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The Business Focused Photographer Podcast

Jill C. Smith

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Business & Entrepreneuriat

Fréquence : 1 épisode/151j. Total Éps: 64

The podcast where creativity meets commerce in the world of photography. Hosted by Jill Smith, a seasoned family photographer, this show dives into the strategies and stories behind turning a passion for photography into a profitable business. Each episode, Jill and her guests bring you actionable insights, from effective pricing and marketing to client relations and business innovation. Whether you're a budding photographer or looking to refine your business model, tune in to discover how to boost your creativity, increase your income, and transform your photographic passion into a thriving business.

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Diversifying Your Income with a Studio Rental

Saison 3 · Épisode 8

lundi 20 avril 2026 • Durée 47:19

Leah Carter shares her journey of starting a studio rental business, from finding the right space to managing operations and building a positive community culture. She discusses the legal and insurance considerations, security measures, revenue generation, and the impact on her overall photography business. Leah's approach to creating a welcoming and supportive community space has contributed to the success of her studio rental business. Leah Carter discusses her studio's tech stack and equipment, including the use of a lock, scheduling, lighting, and props. She also shares insights on security measures, rental responsibilities, and her personal photography preferences. Additionally, she provides information on mentorship and education opportunities for photographers.

Takeaways

Studio rental business requires careful consideration of legal, insurance, and security aspects.
Building a positive community culture and mindset can contribute to the success of a studio rental business.
Revenue from studio rentals can significantly impact the overall profitability of a photography business. Understanding the importance of studio security and rental regulations
Insights into studio amenities and photography preferences

https://www.leahslens.photography/suitegstudio/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Studio Rentals
05:23 Building Confidence in Studio Rental Business
10:32 Security and Access Control
16:01 Managing Studio Rental Operations
21:25 Privacy and Location of Studio
27:05 Community Mindset and Business Growth
38:32 Lock and Security
45:16 Studio Amenities

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Homepage Optimization to Broaden Your Reach & Convert

Saison 3 · Épisode 7

lundi 13 avril 2026 • Durée 54:36

Jamie Bugby King, a PNW family photographer, shares her successful strategy of targeting other destinations for photography and marketing to those areas. She discusses her SEO prowess, the challenges of balancing work and family, and the process of creating different homepages for various locations. She also emphasizes the importance of high-touch experiences and the use of automations to enhance customer service and communication. The conversation covers topics such as website building, SEO, blogging, and the use of specific tools for website optimization. It also delves into the challenges of unexpected success, the impact on homepage design, and the importance of user experience in SEO.

Takeaways

SEO Prowess
Balancing Work and Family SEO Strategy
User Experience
Website Optimization

Chapters

00:00 Targeting Other Destinations
07:30 Creating Different Homepages
28:31 Website Building and SEO Tools
40:03 SEO and User Experience Relationship

www.jaimebugbee.com

www.jaimebugbeephotography.com

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Photographing Neurodivergent Kids

Saison 1 · Épisode 1

lundi 3 février 2025 • Durée 36:46

Episode Title: Photographing Neurodivergent Kids

Guest: Stacey Feasel, Feasible Photography, Seattle, Washington

We Discuss:

What neurodivergence is and how it impacts families.
Stacey’s personal journey to becoming a lifestyle photographer specializing in neurodivergent families.
How neurodivergence shaped Stacey’s approach to photography.
Practical tips for photographers working with neurodivergent clients.
The importance of pre-session communication and flexibility.
Creating a more inclusive photography industry.

TLDR: Stacey Feasel of Feasible Photography shares her expertise as a lifestyle family photographer working with neurodivergent families. From her personal experiences as a parent of neurodivergent children to her innovative approaches in session planning, Stacey offers invaluable insights for photographers aiming to create inclusive and empathetic client experiences. Learn how to improve your pre-session communication, adapt to the needs of families, and make your photography more accessible for all.

Resources:

Learn more about Stacey’s educational resources: ND Photography Ed
Follow Stacey on Instagram: @feasiblephotography
Explore Stacey’s work: Feasible Photography

For photographers looking to enhance their skills or families searching for a photographer who truly understands neurodivergence, this episode is packed with actionable advice and heartfelt stories.

Creating Emotive Work

Saison 1 · Épisode 5

lundi 10 juin 2024 • Durée 35:33

Lauren Wright is an emotive photographer based in the Boulder, Denver area. She mostly works with women, capturing the magic and empowerment in their lives. Lauren has been passionate about photography since she was young and studied it at the Rochester Institute of Technology. After working in various photography fields, she took a break and then decided to focus on capturing the beauty of motherhood and family. She believes in building relationships with her clients and getting to know them deeply before the session. Lauren's sessions are personalized and she creates a safe space for her clients to express themselves. During the conversation, Lauren discusses her approach to photography sessions, including providing direction and guidance to clients. She also shares her editing process.

Connected Motherhood Workshop

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Turn Your Senior Team Into a Marketing Powerhouse

Saison 1 · Épisode 24

lundi 17 mars 2025 • Durée 59:44

Episode Title: Turn Your Senior Team Into a Marketing Powerhouse

Guest: Renee Bowen, Renee Bowen Photography

We Discuss:

How Renee transitioned from psychology to photography and built her business around senior portraits.
The evolution of senior photography and why building a senior team is a powerful marketing strategy.
How to create and manage a successful senior team that generates organic referrals.
The psychology behind what today’s teens want from their senior photo experience.
Why collaboration and community involvement make a senior team more effective.
The role of parents in the senior photography process and how to ensure their buy-in.
How Renee uses business coaching, mindset work, and even hypnosis to help photographers succeed.

TLDR:

A well-structured senior team can drive consistent bookings and position you as the go-to photographer in your market.
Teens are more likely to share and promote their senior portraits when they feel part of something bigger.
Understanding social media trends and generational shifts helps you stay relevant and attract the right clients.
Parent involvement is key—clear communication and intentional marketing make a difference.
Renee has refined her senior team model over 18+ years and now teaches photographers how to implement it successfully.

Resources:

Learn more about Renee’s coaching and courses: reneebowencoaching.com
Follow Renee on Instagram: @reneebowen
Listen to Renee’s podcast Tried and True with a Dash of Woo:

Building a Human-First Business

Saison 2 · Épisode 3

lundi 28 juillet 2025 • Durée 50:56

Episode Title: Building a Human-First Business with Rachel Larson Weaver

Guest: Rachel Larson Weaver, Photographer and Educator, Virginia

We Discuss:

The origin and evolution of Rachel’s long-form sessions
How to build a business that prioritizes art and sustainability
Why slow, intentional work can be more magnetic than polished systems
The pitfalls of over-automation and over-preparation
Shooting film as a method of artistic and business clarity
The role of human connection in marketing and client trust
Letting inspiration guide your consistency rather than trends
Why messy, heart-led business models do work—and can be highly profitable

TLDR:
Rachel Larson Weaver is known for her long-form, film-based family sessions that feel more like an immersive retreat than a photoshoot. In this episode, we talk about staying rooted in your artistic voice while also building a viable, profitable business. Rachel shares how she markets without shouting into the void, why she leans into film and simplicity, and how showing up as your full self—messy bits and all—is more effective than a perfect CRM. Her story is a masterclass in trusting your gut, building for connection, and redefining what it means to be a photographer in a world of AI and over-curated imagery.

Resources:

Learn more about Rachel and her work: https://www.rachellarsonweaver.com
Follow Rachel on Instagram: @rachel.larson.weaver

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Foot in the Door Offers

Saison 1 · Épisode 19

lundi 10 février 2025 • Durée 16:09

Episode Title: 6 Free Foot-in-the-Door Offers for Photographers

We Discuss:

What foot-in-the-door offers (FITDOs) are and why they work
How offering a free, no-obligation session builds trust and increases bookings
Six FITDOs tailored for different photography niches

TL;DR:
Offering a strategic free session helps potential clients experience your work in a way that removes hesitation, builds trust, and makes it easy for them to say yes to booking a full session later. The key? Collect emails and follow up.

Resources:
Want More FITDO Ideas? Grab the full guide with 30 free foot-in-the-door offers to implement in your photography business.

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Learning to Shoot Video

Saison 1 · Épisode 9

lundi 8 juillet 2024 • Durée 30:58

Becca Lueck, owner of Becca Jean Photography, shares her journey from starting as a teenager taking fashion portraits to becoming a successful family and couples photographer and videographer. She discusses how she incorporates adventure and movement into her sessions, the importance of location scouting and styling, and the challenges and rewards of adding video to her services. Becca also talks about her comprehensive course on family films and offers a discount code for listeners.

Becca's Shop

Becca's Courses (Use the code JILL50 for $50 her course "Families in Motion")

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Blogging Strategies for Photographers

Saison 1 · Épisode 22

lundi 24 février 2025 • Durée 32:14

Episode Title:
Blogging Strategies for Photographers with Jamie Bugbee-King

We Discuss:
• How a strategic blogging approach turns your photography website into a dynamic digital gallery
• The importance of clear keyword strategies to avoid SEO pitfalls like keyword cannibalization
• Building cornerstone content and location-specific pages to attract local clients
• Leveraging tools like Google Analytics, Keywords Everywhere, and ChatGPT to streamline content creation
• Real-world tactics that helped Jamie transition from part-time passion to a full-time thriving business
• Actionable tips from Jamie’s new Blogging for Photographers course and her free guide on ChatGPT prompts

TL;DR:
Strategic blogging is a game-changer for photographers—it transforms your website into a client-magnet by using targeted keywords, robust cornerstone content, and AI tools to build trust and boost SEO. The key? Clear strategy, streamlined content creation, and following up with your audience.

Resources:
• Blog to Booked Course

• Connect with Jamie Bugbee on Instagram

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The Business of Real Estate Photography

Saison 2 · Épisode 5

mercredi 17 septembre 2025 • Durée 40:38

Episode Title: The Business of Real Estate Photography

Guest: Clay Banks, Real Estate & Interiors Photographer, Catskills/Hudson Valley, NY

We Discuss:

Clay’s path from software developer and urbex hobbyist to in-demand property photographer
Why COVID-era demand in the Catskills/Hudson Valley accelerated the niche
Gear and approach: Sony a7 IV, 16–35mm + 50mm, DJI Air 2S, natural light only, Lightroom Denoise, subtle compositing
Composition rules Clay lives by: tighter crops, fewer walls, mobile-first storytelling
On-site workflow: staging, prop choices, what he moves and why, ideal client presence (or not)
Editing priorities: color cast fixes, distraction removal, polishing stainless, mirrors, windows, decks
Pricing evolution: valuing time, three-tier packages, travel, and smart add-ons
Trends and opportunities: lifestyle-driven branding for brokerages, reels, and leveling up with video
Client relations: referrals over ads, B2B ease, handling difficult collaborations with grace
Practical prep tips for homeowners and realtors

TLDR:

Clay built a thriving, referral-only property photography business by telling the story of a space, not just documenting it.
Natural light, thoughtful staging, and tight compositions are his signature.
Pricing rose with demand and clarity on value; add-ons like short drone clips close easily.
Brokerages want lifestyle branding, not just wide, bright rooms—video is the next lever.
Quick win for clients: clean the house, especially mirrors, before the shoot.

Resources:

Learn more about Clay’s work: www.claybanks.info
Follow Clay on Instagram: @clay.banks

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