Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Art & Soul Show - Photography Podcast for Newborn and Family Photographers
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| Boss, Not Bossy: How Kellee Wynne Helps Others Fulfill Their Dreams by Sharing Her Knowledge (and Why You Should Too!) | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:45:04 | |
When it comes to sharing her love of art, color, photography, and business, Kellee Wynne isn’t shy. But that openness and willingness to say what’s on her mind didn’t always feel like a good thing when she was growing up. Instead, it’s been a skill she’s spent more than a decade refining and cultivating through her various business ventures as an artist, author, business mentor, and podcaster. In this episode, Kellee and I chat all about sharing knowledge and cultivating a community online. We dive into why speaking your mind is a gift to your audience (and it's not actually pushy or bossy!) We also chat about her brilliant marketing skills, from how she dives into the mind of her clients to streamlining her content creation process–and why even though we might be multi-passionate as creatives, we still need to niche down when it comes to business. There is SO MUCH wisdom in this fun conversation! Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro [02:26] Why Kellee Wynne founded her company, Color Crush Creative [07:45] Why understanding your customer’s desires is the key to effective marketing [11:52] The Primary Content Machine and how Kellee uses it to streamline her content creation [17:32] How Kellee helps her clients to find clarity on what they want and need [23:44] How Kellee is embracing AI and learning to integrate it into her business [31:04] Why Kellee values “we over me” and incorporates community values into her mentoring business [34:32] How multi-passionate artists can embrace their interests while also niching down to create a more sustainable business [38:40] Kellee’s lightning round Tune in to this episode to learn how Kellee Wynne takes mentoring creatives to the next level! For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/boss-not-bossy-how-kellee-wynne-helps-others-fulfill-their-dreams-by-sharing-her-knowledge-and-why-you-should-too/ Grab your replay of the 2024 {online} Family Retreat! | |||
| Aftershoot: How Embracing an AI Workflow Can Help You Become a Better, More Efficient Photographer with Justin Benson | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:34:52 | |
The age of AI is here… and that’s not a comforting realization for many of us working in the creative field. But the technology isn’t going away, so what if we could use AI tools to elevate our work, instead of replacing us? That’s the future Justin Benson and the team at Aftershoot have in mind for AI in the photography field. In today’s episode, Justin shares just what Aftershoot is, why it can be a game-changing assistive technology for photographers, and how he hopes the creative world will adapt to the advent of AI. If you’ve been struggling to make sense of AI’s introduction into photography, this conversation will be so uplifting and encouraging for you. Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro [02:35] What Aftershoot is and how it can help photographers (especially if you’re an over-shooter) [08:57] How Aftershoot is continuing to improve and add additional features [11:08] How the concept for Aftershoot was developed and why it’s always had elevating photographers as a core ethos [14:41] Some workarounds to use Aftershoot in a variety of workflows [17:33] How Justin sees AI continuing to evolve in the photography field [22:14] Justin’s best advice to photographers just starting to incorporate AI into their workflow [28:31] Justin’s lightning round, including a few more tips for beginning photographers Tune in to this episode to learn more about how we can grow with AI technology like Aftershoot as photographers! For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/how-embracing-an-ai-workflow-can-help-you-become-a-more-efficient-photographer-with-justin-benson/ Get access to the 2024 Family Retreat, starting May 15th! | |||
| Marketing Mindset Makeover: Why It’s Time for Photographers to Rethink Their Marketing Strategies with Carolina Guzik | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:44:40 | |
As photographers, we’d love to spend all of our time just photographing and working with our clients. Unfortunately, in 2024, it takes a little more than that to attract new clients to your business, but cultivating a successful marketing mindset doesn’t always feel intuitive to creatives. So in today’s episode, I’m talking to Carolina Guzik, expert photographer, host of the TOG Republic podcast and marketing genius, to discuss the way she successfully markets her own business. We cover so much ground here, including how we should reframe the way we present our marketing on Google, Pinterest, and social media, how we can use our unique interests to create connections with our clients, and how we’ve got to let go of how we feel about our marketing and use data as our guide instead. This is such a good episode full of actionable tips. You’re going to love it. Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro [02:22] The unique experiences that lead Carolina to her photography career [04:49] How Carolina stays on top of the marketing for her business [08:52] How Caroline plans her ideas for social media and marketing [15:18] How Carolina’s love of reality TV helps her market her business [22:10] How to boost your social media engagement as a photographer [25:05] How to rethink the way you approach SEO and how this applies to both Google and Pinterest [33:52] Why Pinterest and marketing for your business in general is a long game that pays off over time (like training for a marathon) [40:50] Carolina’s lightning round where she dishes out advice for photographers just starting out and the creative pursuits she’s passionate about right now Tune in to this episode to learn how you can shift your marketing mindset to attract more clients, both now and in the future. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/marketing-mindset-makeover-why-its-time-for-photographers-to-rethink-their-marketing-strategies-with-carolina-guzik/ | |||
| Spotlight on Senior Portraits: Cultivating Confidence in Teen Sessions with Ariel Perry | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:28:29 | |
The connection between a photographer and their subject is never more important than when you’re shooting senior portraits. Not only are they at a pivotal moment in their lives, but many of them struggle with self-confidence and body image. If you can dig deep into their personalities and then show them their own beauty through your images, you can truly change lives. In this episode, I chat with senior photographer and photography educator Ariel Perry about her process for connecting and working with seniors. Ariel shares how she fell in love with senior photography and decided to niche down. She explains how she goes about building a connection with a teen, even if they’re not entirely sold on the idea of a portrait session. We also talk about how a photoshoot can make a world of difference in a teen’s self-confidence. What’s in this episode:
If you want to create real connections with your clients and empower them through your work, tune in to this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/spotlight-on-senior-portraits-cultivating-confidence-with-ariel-perry/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| Find Your Flow: Creating a Business That Works For Your Family with Shannon Smith | 06 Jul 2022 | 00:27:42 | |
Running a business looks different for everyone. And when you’re a business owner and mother, you have to get creative to balance work and life. However you find your flow, what matters most is that you let your passion–for your work and your family–drive your creativity. In this episode, I chat with mother of two and family photographer Shannon Smith about how she creates flow to integrate her work and life. Shannon tells her story of becoming a single mother and finding her passion for family photography. She shares how she manages to find time for homeschooling her kids, traveling the country, and running her own business. She also shares the ways that her experience as a mom has helped her better connect with and get inspired by her clients. What’s in this episode:
If you want to create a business that works for your life and family, tune in to this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/creating-a-business-that-works-for-your-family/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| Service over Sales: Cultivating an Empathy Selling Mindset with Megan DiPiero | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:38:06 | |
One of the hardest things for a professional photographer to do is raise their prices. But why is that? We get so caught up in charging according to our self-worth instead of charging for the value our clients see in the photography experience. Once you make that mindset shift, selling and scaling becomes so much easier. In this episode, I chat with coach, speaker, and author Megan DiPeiro about selling with confidence and raising your prices. Megan shares the mindset shifts that have to happen before you can sell your work as a luxury service. She explains why luxe photography is about the experience, not just the final product. And we discuss advice for new photographers and those who want to scale their businesses past six figures. What’s in this episode:
If you want to shift your mindset, raise your prices, and scale your business, tune in to this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/cultivating-an-empathy-selling-mindset-with-megan-dipiero/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| The Power of Personal Branding: Showing Up in Your Business Through Brand Photography with Angie McPherson | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:35:48 | |
Are you a photographer who feels uncomfortable on the other side of the camera? It’s a bit of a cliche, but it’s true: Many photographers struggle showing up in their own businesses, especially in photos. But your personality is what sets you apart, and showing it off is key to attracting the kinds of clients you’ve been dreaming of. In this episode, I chat with brand photographer and marketing strategist Angie McPherson about attracting your ideal clients through brand photography. Angie shares how she fell in love with brand photography and how she uses it in her own business. She explains how to find balance between your style and your clients’ brands. Plus, we break down the brand photo process and client experience–from finding beautiful locations to styling your clients. What’s in this episode:
If you want to show up as your most authentic self and attract your dream clients, tune in to this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/showing-up-in-your-business-brand-photography-with-angie-mcpherson/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| Niche Down, Scale Up: Diversifying Your Income Without Limiting Your Creativity with Hope Taylor | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:33:44 | |
Should you niche down or generalize? There’s a lot of pressure for photographers to choose one area of interest. But just because you’ve found your passion doesn't mean you can’t be multipassionate! It’s totally possible (and honestly, preferable) to diversify your income, build up your passive income streams and create a well-rounded business. In this episode, I’m chatting with coach and photographer Hope Taylor about niching down without limiting yourself. Hope is sharing how she found her passion for senior and wedding photography. Then, she’s explaining how she diversified her income streams through coaching and passive income. We’re also talking about showing up online and how to build your personal brand. What’s in this episode:
If you want to learn to diversify your income streams to create more freedom in your business, tune in to this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/niche-down-without-limiting-your-creativity-with-hope-taylor/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| Building Your Business Your Way: How to Ditch the Overwhelm & Find Alignment in Your Business with Krista Marie Lynch | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:44:25 | |
Whether you’re brand new to photography or you’ve been in business for years, you’re probably familiar with feeling overwhelmed during busy seasons. The solution, as we’ve been told a thousand times, is to take a step back. But how do you slow down and press pause when you’re working 24/7? In this episode, I’m chatting with coach and photographer Krista Marie about finding balance and alignment in your business. Krista is sharing her advice for minimizing overwhelm and pressing pause, even when you feel like you’re covered up with work. She’s explaining why it’s so important to find systems that work for you. We’re also opening up about showing up in our businesses and making our voices heard. Plus, we’re chatting about pricing and why it’s important to disconnect your rates from your self-worth. What’s in this episode:
If you want to create a business that feels aligned with you, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/building-your-business-your-way-how-to-ditch-the-overwhelm-find-alignment-in-your-business-with-krista-marie-lynch/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| The Magic in Motherhood: Capturing the Mother-Child Connection with Brittany Grubbs | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:21:23 | |
After a birth, all eyes are on the new baby. You take tons of pictures, make tons of memories, and try to soak up each moment before it passes. But as a baby grows, mom is also undergoing a life changing transformation, one that’s just as deserving of attention and documentation. In this episode, I’m chatting with motherhood photographer Brittany Grubbs about capturing the natural beauty of the mother-child connection. Brittany is sharing how she found her passion for motherhood photography and how she turned it into the foundation of her business. She’s sharing her tips for helping clients feel comfortable and look natural on camera, as well as her process for styling her subjects. Plus, she’s explaining what to do when your subjects (children or adults) don’t want to cooperate. What’s in this episode:
If you want to learn to help your clients see the beauty in the little, intimate moments, tune in to this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/capturing-the-mother-child-connection-through-motherhood-photography-with-brittany-grubbs/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Family Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-family-retreat/ | |||
| Family First: Creating Space for Life and Family in her Photography Business with Shalonda Chaddock | 25 May 2022 | 00:39:00 | |
If you’re anything like me, your first subjects were your own children. But eventually, those squishy babies become stone-faced teens, and it becomes more and more difficult to capture moments in your everyday life. So how do you stay inspired as your children (and your clients) grow up? In this episode, I’m chatting with family photographer Shalonda Chaddock of Chubby Cheek Photography about embracing change and growth in your family and business. Shalonda is sharing what it’s been like for her to go from chasing her toddler around to taxiing teens, and how that shift has changed her business. She’s explaining the concept behind her Happy Place Sessions and why she’s shifted away from styled shoots. Plus, we’re talking about finding the balance between capturing memories and living in the moment. What’s in this episode:
If you want to find inspiration in the in-between moments and embrace change in your business, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/family-first-creating-space-for-life-and-family-in-her-photography-business-with-shalonda-chaddock/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Copywriting for Creatives: Heartfelt Copy for Your Photography Business with Ashlyn Carter | 18 May 2022 | 00:43:37 | |
As photographers, we engage with our clients visually. So when it’s time to write new website copy, a social post, or even an email, it can feel super intimidating to translate your thoughts into written words. With the right tools, though, you can connect with your audience, attract your dream clients, and grow your business. In this episode, I’m chatting with copywriter and copywriting educator Ashlyn Carter about engaging with and converting your dream photography clients. Ashlyn is explaining why copy is so important, even for those of us in more visual pursuits. She’s sharing her process for discovering your brand voice and how you can use your clients’ own words to convert them. Plus, we’re talking about finding inspiration without copying other creatives. What’s in this episode:
If you want to connect with and convert your ideal clients, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/copywriting-for-creatives-heartfelt-copy-for-your-photography-business-with-ashlyn-carter/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| The Beauty of Birth: The Art, Business, & Heart of Birth Photography with Tavia Redburn | 11 May 2022 | 00:33:52 | |
In the photography world, there are few fields more intense and emotionally demanding as birth photography. You’re responsible for capturing a baby’s first moments of life and a couple’s first moments of parenthood. And in order to be there for those moments, you have to make adjustments in your own life. It’s taxing, it’s demanding, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. In this episode, I’m chatting with birth photographer and photography educator Tavia Redburn about balancing her personal life and mental health with an emotionally demanding business. Tavia is sharing her process for communicating with clients and making arrangements for births. She’s explaining how she plans for and prices her services, and she’s also sharing her advice for protecting your energy while photographing such intense, emotional moments. What’s in this episode:
If you’re curious about the life of a birth photographer, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/the-beauty-of-birth-the-art-business-heart-of-birth-photography-with-tavia-redburn/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| The Profitable Photographer: Pricing for Profit in Your Photography Business with Jamie Devlin | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:52:19 | |
Everywhere you look on the internet, you can find pricing guides, information, and others talking about the revenue their businesses generate. And that’s all fine and good, but at the end of the day, it doesn’t really matter when it comes to your individual business. What really matters is whether or not you’re pricing for profit in your business. But “what about industry rates?” you may ask. Well, in today’s episode, my guest Jamie Devlin is here to remind us why we need to keep our eyes on our own paper and worry about what’s going to get us clients in our niche and make a profit in our own business. She shares how she got started in the industry (and why she had to start making a profit right away), how marketing has changed in the photography industry in the last decade, and why it might be time to rethink the way you approach pricing. Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro [02:38] Jamie’s do or die start in the photography industry and how she’s pivoted since then [08:36] Why pricing is so specific to your unique business and why you shouldn’t read too much into others’ revenue numbers [12:01] How marketing in the photography industry has changed in the last decade and how Jamie finds clients currently [23:51] Why you need to find your “real why” before you can run your business authentically [28:28] Jamie’s advice for when you’re getting inquiries, but not closing sales [35:33] How to crunch your numbers and set your pricing to have a profitable business [42:54] How Jamie stays inspired in her business, even in the midst of her busy life Tune in to this episode to learn how pricing for profit can transform your photography business. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/the-profitable-photographer-pricing-for-profit-in-your-photography-business-with-jamie-devlin/ Grab the replay for the 2024 Online Newborn Retreat! | |||
| The Magic of Manifestation: Finding Your Soul Purpose & Path through Human Design with Ariana Joy | 04 May 2022 | 00:50:08 | |
In my own life and business, I’m always on the lookout for tools I can use to better understand myself, my soul, and my purpose. Recently, I discovered human design, and I’ve been turning to my chart ever since for insight into who I am and permission to be my truest self. In this episode, I’m chatting with human design reader and copywriter Ariana Joy about finding your path in life and business. Ariana is breaking down the basics of human design, a tool for understanding your soul’s purpose and path. She’s teaching you how to use your human design to set goals in your business. Plus, we’re chatting about our experiences manifesting our desires and how you can start doing the same. What’s in this episode:
If you want to discover your path and learn to manifest in your life and business, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/finding-your-soul-purpose-path-through-human-design-with-ariana-joy/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Money Mindset : Using Your Business to Bring Ease to Your Life with Erinn Bridgman | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:48:38 | |
Wealthy women will change the world. This is the mission of today’s guest, money management and mindset coach Erinn Bridgman. Are you ready to change the world? Are you ready to reach your personal and professional money goals? If not, what’s holding you back? It’s likely your mindset around money. In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Erinn about the importance of thinking positively about money and bringing that energy not only into the growth of your business but into your personal life as well. Erinn shares five reasons that people avoid “money stuff” as well as five financial goals that will help you manifest the life you’ve always dreamed of. She also talks about the importance of listening to your intuition, putting financial self-sabotage in your past, and how manifestation brings about abundance. You’ll be inspired to take charge over your mindset and bring wealth into all facets of your life. What’s in this episode:
If you’re ready to shift your money mindset and reach your financial goals, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/money-mindset--using-your-business-to-bring-ease-to-your-lifewith-erinn-bridgman/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Alter Egos: Discover Your Super Hero Secret Identity with High Performance Coach Todd Herman | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:40:16 | |
Remember when you were a kid and you spent hours playing creatively? Making up a persona for when you played house or when you pretended to be a business person, maybe wearing your mom’s too big heels or carrying dad’s briefcase around the playroom? Kids are naturally creative and playful, and we tend to lose that spirit as adults. Enter the alter ego. Today’s guest is Todd Herman, an award-winning performance expert and author, and he’s going to be sharing all about alter egos and how creating a secret identity can truly transform your business and its growth. He shares the importance of an alter ego to achieving your vision, why totems are critical to ritualizing your alter ego, and how alter egos are actually a foundation of becoming your most authentic self. You’ll learn how creating alter egos really levels up your confidence and success in both personal and professional situations. What’s in this episode:
If you’re ready to tap into your alter ego to transform the growth of your business, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/alter-egos-discover-your-super-hero-secret-identity-with-high-performance-coach-todd-herman/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| SEO for Photographers: Why You Need It & How to Get Started with Corey Potter | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:39:45 | |
Does the term “SEO” give you the heebie jeebies? If so, you’re not alone! Tons of photographers neglect to optimize their websites because they aren’t sure where to start. But when you get down to it, SEO is more simple than you might think. Plus, with the right tools and resources, even the most SEO-averse photographers can get their sites ranking on Google. In this episode, I’m chatting about SEO specifically for photographers with Corey Potter of Fuel Your Photos. Corey is explaining why SEO is so important for photography businesses and how to get started. He’s shedding some light on the best assets you can use to market your business and where you should devote your marketing energy. We’re also talking about the future of the internet and how it might affect all of us, both professionally and personally. What’s in this episode:
If you want to optimize your website and start attracting more clients, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/seo-for-photographers-why-you-need-it-how-to-get-started-with-corey-potter/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Beyond the Body: Cultivating Self Love in Ourselves & Our Clients with Body Image Activist Teri Hofford | 06 Apr 2022 | 00:52:37 | |
As photographers, we spend a lot of time interacting with the human body: posing it, photographing it, maybe even editing it. But sometimes, our feelings towards our own bodies can spill over into how we photograph others. As Teri explains in today’s episode, the trick to cultivating our own self love and empowering it in our clients isn’t to hyperfocus on the body but instead to capture our clients as whole, complex humans. In this episode, I’m chatting about self love and liberation with inspirational speaker, award winning empowerment photographer, and body image activist Teri Hofford. She’s sharing how you can practice self love in your photography business and empower your clients to love their own bodies. We’re talking about setting boundaries as a form of self love, and Teri is explaining why we should strive to photograph our subjects as whole humans, not just their bodies. What’s in this episode:
If you want to cultivate your own sense of self love and empower your clients to do the same, tune into this episode. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/beyond-the-body-cultivating-self-love-in-ourselves-our-clients-with-body-image-activist-teri-hofford/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Family Filmmaking - Documentary-Style Family Films with Anja Poehlmann | 30 Mar 2022 | 00:28:54 | |
Family photographers strive to capture a fleeting moment in time, a family as they are today before the kids grow out of this stage of life. One of the most magical ways to do that is to document a family through a documentary-style family film. While family films might seem intimidating to us photographers, they are a truly unique offering that your clients will cherish for years. And with practice, you can confidently offer family films in addition to your current photography packages. In this episode, I’m chatting about branching out into family films with documentary-style photographer and filmmaker Anja Poehlmann. Anja is sharing how she discovered photography and filmmaking. We’re talking about what it means to be a documentary-style family filmmaker and how it can help you capture genuine moments for your clients. Plus, Anja is sharing her best advice for creating a business that’s both profitable and sustainable. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/family-filmmaking-documentary-style-family-films-with-anja-poehlmann/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| The Power of Play: Pushing Yourself Out of Your Creative Comfort Zone with Craig Strong | 23 Mar 2022 | 00:46:00 | |
Running a photography business can feel like a never ending cycle of shoots, edits, and scheduling. When you start to lose your creative spark, you have two choices: Keep going as you are or step outside of your creative comfort zone. In this episode, I’m chatting about pushing yourself outside of your creative comfort zone with photographer and co-founder of Lensbaby Craig Strong. We’re chatting about the relationship between creativity and fear and how you can find your creative confidence by doing things that scare you. Plus, Craig is sharing his advice for new photographers looking to turn their passion into a business. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/the-power-of-play-pushing-yourself-out-of-your-creative-comfort-zone-with-craig-strong/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Burn Brightly Without Burning Out : Aligning your passion, life and your business with Alice Park from NAPCP | 16 Mar 2022 | 00:43:55 | |
For most of us, photography is a seasonal business. And with seasons of hustle comes seasons of burnout. When that happens, it’s best to trust the creative cycle and lean in to your purpose. When you live and work in alignment with your purpose, you’ll be amazed at all you can accomplish. In this episode, I’m chatting with family photographer and co-founder of the National Association Professional Child Photographers Alice Park. She’s sharing how she found her passion for photography and how she finds ways to inspire creativity and confidence in girls and young women. Plus, she’s explaining why photographers should trust their creative cycles in order to avoid burnout. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/burn-brightly-without-burnout-in-your-photography-business-with-alice-park Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Pricing Strategies and Mindset Shifts for a Profitable Photography Business with Jane Goodrich | 09 Mar 2022 | 00:37:18 | |
When was the last time you raised your prices? Many photographers are hesitant to raise their rates, but when you overcome the mindset blocks and give yourself permission to value your time, you’ll be shocked how much your business can grow. In this episode, I’m chatting with family photographer and Picsello founder Jane Goodrich about mindset shifts photographers can make to enhance their businesses. She’s sharing her advice for pricing your services and simplifying your business. Plus, we’re chatting about her new venture, Picsello, an all-in-one software that helps photographers run their businesses and price their services. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/Pricing-Strategies-for-a-Profitable-Photography-Business-with-Jane-Goodrich/ Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| Creating Balance & Ease in Your Photography Business with Dawn Potter | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:37:02 | |
Whether you’re working with newborns, older kids, or even adults, you have to expect the unexpected. Late show-ups, last-minute additions, extreme messes–as photographers, we just have to roll with it! And while you can’t prepare yourself for everything, you can create systems in your business that help your clients get comfortable and help you maintain your work-life balance. In this episode, I’m chatting with award-winning newborn photographer Dawn Potter about how she creates low-stress sessions for parents, babies, and herself. Dawn is sharing how she found her passion for newborn photography and how her business has changed over the years. She’s explaining how she plans low-stress sessions for both parents and babies and how she maintains a strong work-life balance. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/creating-balance-ease-in-your-photography-business-with-dawn-potter Reserve your spot for the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| The Procrastinating Robot with Lisa DiGeso: Strategies to Deal with Overwhelm & Procrastination | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:22:32 | |
If you’re alive in 2024, I’m sure you’re familiar with the concept of overwhelm. It’s so common, little space robots on Mars are even feeling it (not a joke, this literally happened!) In fact, these feelings of overwhelm can be so powerful, that they paralyze us from getting anything done at all! But with distractions, options, and ideas everywhere these days, how do we manage and cope with being overwhelmed? Well, in today’s episode, Lisa is going to lay out a tried and true system for managing tasks in your business and avoiding the executive dysfunction that comes with having so much on our plates! She also shares common reasons we might feel overwhelmed, what context switching and executive dysfunction are and why they both contribute to overwhelm – and yes, the story of the little overwhelmed space robot. Let’s dive in! What’s in this episode: [00:00] Intro [01:09] Why even space robots feel overwhelmed and how this leads to procrastination [03:00] All the things that can contribute to overwhelm [04:30] How to identify when you’re feeling overwhelmed [07:05] How to organize and categorize the tasks causing you to feel overwhelmed [15:17] What executive dysfunction is and how we can prevent it from paralyzing us Tune in to this episode to learn how to avoid the overwhelm and keep procrastination from paralyzing your business! For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/the-procrastinating-robot-with-lisa-digeso-strategies-to-deal-with-overwhelm-procrastination/ | |||
| Finding Meaning in Connection with Jesh de Rox | 23 Feb 2022 | 01:03:18 | |
As photographers, we’re witnesses to some of the most intimate moments in a person’s life: their wedding, their journey through pregnancy, their first tender moments with a newborn. And as humans, we have the choice every day to find, facilitate, and appreciate these moments in our own lives. The only question is whether or not you’ll open yourself up to new experiences and connections. In this episode, I’m chatting with Jesh de Rox, photographer, writer, and cultural anthropologist behind Kindrêd meditation and Superfeel. He’s sharing how photography led him to his greater passion of understanding and facilitating human connection. Plus, he’s explaining how social media has been designed to limit us and how to break out of our addiction to our devices. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/finding-meaning-with-connection/ Have your ticket to the 2022 Online Newborn Photography Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2022-newborn-retreat/ | |||
| How to Work Less, Live More, and Find Balance in Your Photography Business with Katie Lamb | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:38:37 | |
It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day of running a photography business: schedule, shoot, edit, repeat. But most of us–myself included–didn’t start our businesses to hustle constantly. The key to avoiding the constant hustle and eventual burnout is creating systems that allow you to work less, live more, and spend your time doing what you love. In this episode, I’m chatting with Katie Lamb, family photographer, mother of three, and mentor for passionate photographers. She’s sharing her tips for developing and sticking to your own style instead of getting caught up in the trends. Plus, she’s explaining how she’s used automation and intentional scheduling to create a business that she owns, not one that owns her. What’s in this episode:
For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/how-to-work-less-live-more-and-find-balance-in-your-business-with-katie-lamb/ | |||
| 3 Steps To Get More Photography Clients That You Love, With Lisa Edwards from Photo Bacon | 09 Feb 2022 | 00:25:57 | |
Lisa has developed a no-fail system for you to get more photography clients that make your heart sing, by simply answering 3 questions about your business. Step 2: What can you add to your business to bring more of that benefit to clients? Step 3: How can you link your marketing verbiage to show how you bridge the gap? | |||
| The Photography Lessons That Shaped My Life and My Business, With Kelly Brown | 02 Feb 2022 | 00:53:26 | |
Kelly reflects on a 17-year career as a newborn photographer and educator, and shares the photography lessons (and life lessons!) she has learned along the way. Discover more about Kelly Brown | |||
| Creating Photography Packages That Feed Your Artistic Soul (and Your Wallet!) with Maria Arellano | 26 Jan 2022 | 00:50:28 | |
Today Maria shares her philosophy on creating photography packages that ensures her business is profitable, her clients feel pampered and her artistic soul is fulfilled. I also structured my photography packages so I could charge well and have less clients, and give each client more quality time. I know exactly what my max clients per months are. | |||
| The Creative's Roadmap: Creating a Vision For Your Life and Your Business with Lisa DiGeso | 19 Jan 2022 | 00:09:10 | |
You are the hero of your own story. In today’s very special 100th episode we’re gonna be talking about creating a vision for your business and for your life. It has almost nothing to do with photography specifically but everything to do with you and your mindset. We often forget we have the power over what we let into our lives, and what we tolerate. We have the opportunity to design how we spend our days, who we spend time with, how we react to situations, how we show up in life. We often forget we truly have the power to change things Today we chat about creating a vision for your business and life. There’s a saying that goes you can’t get to where you want to go unless you have a roadmap to get there. Everyone has a very different definition of success. In this interactive episode, I’m going to have you pause it and write down (or copy below) the question, and then take the time to answer it for yourself. The goal is that by the end of this episode you will have a very solid vision and why that will help propel you through the next year. What part of my business and my life is really working for me right now? If you haven’t already make sure you download our planner https://themilkyway.ca/yearly-planner Discover more about Lisa DiGeso and the Milky Way | |||
| Take The Leap – Submitting Your Images for Critique While Prioritizing Newborn Safety – with Cara and Steph from APNPI | 12 Jan 2022 | 00:43:07 | |
Newborn safety should never be compromised for the sake of a pose. Cara and Steph talk about keeping your littlest clients safe while still challenging yourself as a creative newborn photographer. Discover more about Cara & Stephanie - APNPI Cara started a part time photography business back in 2005 photographing pets and weddings, while teaching high school math and science during the day, and running the school photography club in the afternoons. A few years later that she fell in love with Newborn Photography. She earned her Accreditation in Newborn Photography with the PPOC in 2012, and in 2017 became a co-founder of APNPI along with Stephanie Robin. Resources shared in this episode: | |||
| Defining Success and Setting Goals for Your Business (and Yourself!) with Jai Long | 05 Jan 2022 | 00:41:53 | |
Setting goals – clear and challenging ones – can only happen after you have clearly defined what success means to you. And that can be negatively influenced by your own limiting beliefs. Business coach Jai Long, touches on some of obstacles creatives face when shaping their lives and businesses. Explain your approach of being both successful and having an aligned mindset (2:54) How do you manage you mind when you tend to self-sabotage (4:38) What is a limiting belief, especially when setting goals? (7:22) Has your enneagram influenced the way you do business? (12:49) Tell me about the 6-Figure Business Map (16:57) Do you have a success story to share? (25:25) What does success mean to you? (28:30) How do I manage overwhelm when I have to make changes to my business? (31:53) How do you let yourself enjoy multiple businesses or passions? (36:32) Lightning Round! (38:15) What are you creatively curious about? (40:28) | |||
| Daring Greatly - Dealing with Criticism as a Creative with Lisa DiGeso | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:05:37 | |
Have you ever suffered from an artistic identity crisis or received hurtful criticism about your art that left you struggling with your confidence as an artist? Discover more about Lisa DiGeso and the Milky Way | |||
| Serve and Deserve: How Your Money Personality Could Be Impacting Your Photography Business with Denise Duffield-Thomas | 21 Dec 2021 | 01:02:00 | |
Denise is known for her ability to help women charge premium prices, release fear and blocks around money and create first-class lives. She’s a lazy introvert, a Hay House author and an unbusy mother of 3. She owns a rose farm and lives by the beach in sunny Australia. Resources shared in this episode:
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| Picture Perfect Productivity: Strategies for Streamlining Your Photography Business with Brittnie Renee | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:50:17 | |
Does it ever feel like you’re working around the clock but still can’t seem to get anything done? There’s a common misconception that the more we work, the more productive and successful we’re going to be. But that’s simply not true! In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Brittnie Renee, a professional family photographer and educator who helps her students leverage systems and intentional time blocking to streamline their businesses and optimize productivity in 15 hours per week or less! We cover her strategies for overcoming distractions, prioritizing tasks, setting healthy boundaries, and so much more! If you want to learn how to hone your focus and finally move your business forward without the burnout, then this is the episode for you! What’s in this episode: [02:17] How to embrace systems when you struggle with organization [12:46] Time blocking a 15 hour work week and overcoming distractions [19:01] Conquering overwhelm, decision fatigue, and how to prioritize tasks [26:12] The importance of setting and maintaining boundaries to avoid burnout [29:14] The ways self-care can look different for everyone [38:19] Strategies for being more financially mindful [40:32] Tools and resources for working efficiently [44:42] Streamlining work with AI culling software Tune in to this episode to learn how you can achieve more by working less. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/picture-perfect-productivity-strategies-for-streamlining-your-photography-business-with-brittnie-renee/ | |||
| Choose Your Own Adventure: Effective and Authentic Social Media Strategies for Your Photography Business - with Tyler McCall | 13 Dec 2021 | 00:50:30 | |
If you are someone who struggles on how to make social media work FOR your business...vs sucking you into a blackhole of endless scrolling, and you need a little permission to show up as yourself, this episode with Tyler McCall is for you! How can we manage our social media authentically? It takes a different approach. I call it the creator mentality versus the consumer mentality. Get into the creator vibe mentality of "I'm using these platforms, to find my dream customers, connect with people, build community, have conversations, using the foundation of it is creating really great content. It needs to be the right content for your audience at the right time. And doing that consistently is what's important. How do we take a social media Sabbatical? You have to get your nose out of your phone and the air pods out and be present. Even if you just delete the apps from your phone for the weekend, or, the holidays. Just practice that presence and look for opportunities where you can tell a story or an experience you could elaborate on that is inspiring and you can share with the world. You can still have content going up multiple times a week on social media, just use a scheduler and repurposed content. How do we know whose advice to take on running an online business? Ask yourself, am I making these decisions on my own, or am I letting someone else make these decisions for me? I think there's a difference between seeking out information and a proven process or system that you can implement in your own business or getting coaching from someone who has a proven track record and can help get you where you want to go. That's very different than being in an environment where it really seeds a lot of self-doubt about what you're doing How can you reignite an Instagram profile? It's really important to think about who our ideal follower is and what kind of content they want from you. Then we can start creating content that is personal and connects with other individuals and provides some kind of value and helps them in some way. It is either educational, inspirational, aspirational, beautiful or entertaining. When we think about why someone would follow us and then what they want to get out of following us, then we can let that start to influence our content strategy. What are you currently curious or artistically curious about Christmas cookies! Discover more about Tyler McCall | |||
| Vendor Relationships in the World of Newborn Photography Props - A Chat with Trae Bohlen from Devoted Knits | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:37:16 | |
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| Photography Business without Burnout: The Keys to Setting Yourself up for Sustainable Photography Success on Your Terms with Jenna Henderson | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:45:54 | |
In this episode, Jenna and I chat about the link between confidence and our ability to detach our identity from our business and also, getting SUPER clear on our why. Jenna shares some of the keys to setting yourself up for a sustainable (and profitable) business… based on YOUR terms. And this week's episode on the Art & Soul Show is PERFECTLY timed to go along with the yearly planner! Our annual free planner for photographers is ready for you! I hope it helps you as you reflect on what worked well (and maybe 'less well') in 2021 and to make some big plans for the year ahead.
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| Reclaim Your Time - Using Automation Strategies to Create a Profitable and Sustainable Photography Business with Colie James | 24 Nov 2021 | 00:39:21 | |
Colie joins me today on the podcast to talk about building a profitable and sustainable photography business. We talk about automation + reclaiming your time with strategy and streamlining. She also shares the benefits of doing automation early in your business so that you create the time and space to either work more ON your business or spend that quality time with your family that you are missing. Discover more about Colie James | |||
| Why Photography Matters - Remembering the Importance of What We Do with Russ Jackson | 17 Nov 2021 | 00:44:21 | |
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| Profit Over Hustle - The Importance of Being a Profitable Photographer with Tanya Smith | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:48:25 | |
Discover more about Tanya Smith Since 2017, she has been mentoring and coaching other boudoir photographers one-on-one who want to grow their business. Her online business course, called The Profitable Boudoir and Portrait Academy (PBPA) has helped hundreds of portrait photographers from all over the world, in every genre, grow and scale their own business Resources shared in this episode: | |||
| The Secrets Behind a Successful Husband and Wife Photography Team with Christina Merez | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:40:24 | |
Newborn photographer Christina Merez shares how her and husband Carlos make it work as a husband and wife photography team. From roles to boundaries to styles – there is a lot to unpack about this special dynamic. Discover more about Christina Merez In 2018 we started to received mentoring/teaching inquiries and did a few 1:1. That same year we also got invited as speakers at HPP (Hispanic Professional Photographers). Since 2019 we have had the opportunity to teach at workshops in Mexico, City, Guadalajara, Costa Rica and El Salvador, | |||
| Asked & Answered: How to capture authentic photos of your own children with Lindsey Shedd | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:03:44 | |
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| Photography Marketing … From The Heart with Julie Christie | 20 Oct 2021 | 00:48:18 | |
Too many people think that creative entrepreneurs have to struggle with photography marketing. Julie Christie dispels that notion with thought-provoking, actionable tips to align your photography marketing and business processes with your own heart and personality. Discover more about Julie Christie Masterclass - https://togsinbusiness.com/campaignclass/ | |||
| Balancing Motherhood and Your Photography Business with Ashley Freehan | 13 Oct 2021 | 00:31:47 | |
You don’t have to choose between being a good mother or a good business owner. Ashley shares strategies on balancing motherhood while still running a profitable and sustainable photography business.
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| Countdown to Success: Using The Rocketship Blueprint to Propel Your Photography Business Forward with Senior Photographer Sean Brown | 06 Mar 2024 | 01:00:53 | |
Does your photography business ever feel like it’s just too “heavy” to maintain? Is your messaging lacking a clear strategy that sets you apart from the competition? Are you struggling to attract your ideal clients on a consistent basis? In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Sean Brown, a professional senior photographer and educator who has mastered the systems, strategy, and authenticity required to launch a successful photography business. We cover so many important points from taking a leap of faith, to laying the foundation that’ll allow you to scale your business, to why the work that we do can be life changing for struggling youth. If you want to set your photography business up for long-term success, then this is the episode to help you do it! What’s in this episode: [02:53] Sean’s leap from the medical field into photography [10:12] The power of branding and taking your business seriously [16:36] How showing up with authenticity can help you attract more clients [26:10] The 3 phase launch framework and where photographers get hung up the most [38:23] The messaging blueprint for successfully promoting your business on social media Tune in to this episode to learn how leveraging systems and authenticity can help you scale your photography business. For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/countdown-to-success-using-the-rocketship-blueprint-to-propel-your-photography-business-forward-with-senior-photographer-sean-brown/ | |||
| Earn More Without Working More – The Simple Sales System with Annemie Tonken | 06 Oct 2021 | 00:46:38 | |
A good system in your photography business is one that allows you to maximize your profits while making the best use of your time and talents. Enter: the Simple Sales System, a revolutionary way to run a profitable, sustainable business that you love.
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| The Importance Of Checking In With Your Inner Child, with Fine Art Photographer Tara Mapes | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:45:41 | |
Growing up in nature with a mom who inspired and nurtured her creativity, Tara has developed a signature style as a fine art photographer that has clients clamouring for her art. How did you become a fine art photographer? (7:50
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| Asked & Answered: Ways to tell when it's time to fire a client with Sarah Gupta | 22 Sep 2021 | 00:06:25 | |
Asked from Emily in Austin We had to reschedule once due to weather, and I've been grasping at straws trying to get answers out of her for what else she wants from this and it's been really hard. The session is coming up yet she hasn't responded yet, even though I've asked twice now. . She was a previous client when my prices were very very cheap and I'm feeling like she doesn't value my time or my talent as a more advanced photographer. What would you do in this situation?
Website: http://www.sarahguptaphoto.com Bio: Sarah lives in Rochester, Minnesota with her husband, son, and many furry kids. | |||