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The Unfiltered Lens

Gina Fernandes

Business & Entrepreneuriat

Fréquence : 1 épisode/13j. Total Éps: 28

A podcast for creative business owners in the wedding industry. Hosted by Gina Fernandes, wedding photographer, filmmaker, and straight-talker, The Unfiltered Lens is where real conversations happen - about the highs, lows, and everything in between when you’re building something that matters. Expect episodes on marketing that doesn’t make you cringe, showing up online without selling your soul, navigating burnout, finding your voice, and saying the things most people are too scared to say out loud. No false hype. No five-step formulas. Just honest stories, strategy, and the occasional rant!

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From Taking Photos to Having a Point of View, With Tom Wright.

Saison 2 · Épisode 9

jeudi 2 avril 2026 • Durée 01:09:58

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your photography business, even when you’re fully booked, this episode will land.

I’m joined by wedding photographer and coach Tom Wright (At by Tom W), and we unpack what’s really going on beneath that plateau, because it’s rarely about bookings or marketing.

We talk about how to develop a point of view in your photography, why so many wedding photographers get lost chasing trends on Instagram, and what actually separates photographers who build a distinctive brand from those who blend in.

There’s an honest conversation about confidence, visual language, and why your wedding photography work might not be evolving, even when you’re busy shooting.

We also get into positioning, attracting the right clients, and building a sustainable photography business that goes beyond social media performance.

If you’re a wedding photographer feeling stuck, this will help you make clearer, more intentional decisions in your work and business.

You can find Tom over on instagram here: @ByTomW

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

⭐️ Like the episode? A quick review goes a long way! It genuinely helps more than you think. And if you know another photographer who’d love this convo, share it with them or stick it on your Instagram Stories.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

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The Truth Behind That Honest Post

Saison 2 · Épisode 8

jeudi 19 mars 2026 • Durée 21:57

Wedding Photography Burnout, Social Media Pressure, and Finding Your Voice Again

A few days ago I shared a post about the parts of wedding photography we don’t usually talk about.

The pressure to keep up.
The exhaustion from social media.
The quiet fear of becoming irrelevant.

It sat in my head for months before I posted it, because it felt a bit too honest. But the response made one thing very clear, a lot of wedding photographers are feeling the same thing.

In this episode, I unpack what’s really going on behind that.

Not just the post, but the bigger shift in the wedding photography industry, the pace, the expectation of next day previews, the pressure to stay visible online, and how all of this is starting to affect creativity, confidence, and identity.

If you’re a wedding photographer feeling stuck, burnt out, or questioning your place in the industry, this episode will help you make sense of it.

What I Talk About

• Wedding photography burnout and the pressure to keep up with social media
• How next day previews and fast delivery are changing the way photographers shoot
• Why the wedding photography industry feels more competitive and younger than before
• Chasing trends on Instagram, and how it impacts your brand and bookings
• The link between social media performance and creative confidence
• Why showing up online feels harder than it looks
• Shooting for speed vs shooting with intention, and how it affects your work
• How to find your voice as a wedding photographer without copying trends
• Rethinking your workflow, pace, and boundaries for a more sustainable business

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Styled Shoots in a Noisy Wedding Industry

Saison 2 · Épisode 7

jeudi 5 mars 2026 • Durée 01:41:44

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Apologies in advance for the sound quality on this one.

Styled shoots are everywhere. Beautiful, ambitious, creative. But who are they really for?

In this episode, I’m joined by event designer and stylist Tara Knott to have an honest supplier to supplier conversation about styled shoots, how our relationship with them has changed over the years, and whether they always attract the kind of work we actually want.

We talk about content overload, and the fine line between creative freedom and commercial misalignment. We also get practical, how to plan styled shoots with more intention.

This is not about stopping styled shoots. It’s about doing them better.

If you’re a wedding supplier navigating visibility, creativity, and staying aligned in a noisy industry, this one’s for you.

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

Chasing the High: Why the Buzz Fades (and How to Get It Back)

Saison 2 · Épisode 6

jeudi 19 février 2026 • Durée 19:05

Success can look great on paper and still feel a bit stale.

In this episode, I’m talking about the wedding industry plateau, that point a few years in where you’re booked, busy, respected, and somehow… flat. Not failing, not burnt out, just disconnected from the buzz you used to have when everything was new.

I share what was going on for me when I hit that stage, why it can turn people restless and reactive online, and what actually helps you get your spark back without tearing down a business that’s working.

If you’ve been thinking, what’s wrong with me, why do I feel like this, this episode is for you.

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

Looking for the goal setting workbook? My practical goal setting workbook for self employed wedding suppliers who want to review their year properly and plan the next one without burning out. No fluff. No manifesting. No vague intentions. Just clear reflection, honest numbers, and grounded planning: https://ginafernandesphotography.co.uk/shop/p/goalsettingworkbook

A conversation with Fer Juaristi

Saison 2 · Épisode 5

jeudi 5 février 2026 • Durée 49:48

In this episode, I sit down with Fer Juaristi for a reflective conversation about wedding photography beyond the day itself.

Fer shares his thoughts on documentary work, what the industry has quietly drifted away from, and the beliefs photographers may need to let go of if they want their work to last.

We also explore longevity. How your relationship with success changes over time, how to grow without constantly reinventing yourself, and what it means to get better not just technically, but emotionally.

This is not a business or tactics episode. It is a grounded conversation about authorship, meaning, and making work you would still stand behind even if no one else ever saw it.

Full episode also over on Youtube

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

Why Passive Aggressive Ads Are Killing Wedding Photographer Trust: What to Say Instead

jeudi 22 janvier 2026 • Durée 10:16

It’s that time of year again. Wedding photographers everywhere are running ads. And that’s fab - run them. Go get those weddings.

But lately, I’ve been seeing a pattern that stops me in my tracks. Ads packed with passive aggressive digs at other wedding photographer/professionals.

In this episode, I break down why this is one of the weakest ways to market yourself and why it signals insecurity rather than confidence.

I talk about how couples actually read these ads, and what thinkers like Rory Sutherland and Gary Vee have been saying for years about building brand without tearing others down.

If you want your marketing to feel calm and trustworthy, this episode will change how you write every caption and ad going forward.

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

If you're not already using Studio Ninja for your client management, I’ve got a cheeky little code for you: use GFNINJA to get 50% off your first year. Game changer!!

Goal setting without the BS

Saison 2 · Épisode 3

jeudi 8 janvier 2026 • Durée 22:53

In this episode of The Unfiltered Lens, I walk through how to reflect on your year properly, use numbers without fear, and set goals that actually change how you work.

This is a business focused approach to planning your next wedding season. No aesthetics. No manifesting. Just clarity, action, and realism.

I also share why delusional goals can both help and hurt, how to turn goals into habits, and why every plan needs buffer, not pressure.

A £5 downloadable workbook is available to support this episode - download your copy here: GOAL SETTING WORKBOOK

SHOW NOTES

In this episode:• How to set the right environment for reflection• What to actually reflect on• Using numbers and data without overwhelm• Action versus planning• Long term goals versus short term focus• Goals versus wishes• Turning goals into habits• Tracking progress and knowing when to adjust• Why buffer matters more than discipline

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

If you're not already using Studio Ninja for your client management, I’ve got a cheeky little code for you: use to get your first year. Game changer!!

ChatGPT Didn’t Put Me on the Best Photographer List

Saison 2 · Épisode 2

jeudi 11 décembre 2025 • Durée 17:08

What happens when you ask chat gpt if you're the best photographer and it says no?

In this episode, I’m sharing what happened when I asked ChatGPT who the best wedding photographer in Rutland was, and why I didn’t show up. It opened up a much bigger conversation about SEO, online visibility and what it really means to grow a wedding photography business in a crowded market.

I talk honestly about the tension between creativity and strategy, and how easy it is to assume that strong work alone should make you discoverable. It doesn’t. SEO matters, but not at the expense of your brand or the type of clients you want to attract.

This episode breaks down the practical steps I’m taking to refine my online presence, improve my wedding photography SEO, and make sure my work is seen by the people it speaks to most. It’s a grounded look at how to balance artistry with smart marketing, and how to build a photography business that grows with intention rather than noise.

If you’ve ever questioned your place in the industry, this one will ground you.

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

If you're not already using Studio Ninja for your client management, I’ve got a cheeky little code for you: use GFNINJA to get 50% off your first year. Game changer!!

What Really Happens Before You Step on Stage

Saison 2 · Épisode 1

jeudi 27 novembre 2025 • Durée 01:08:14

Season 2 opens with the conversation I needed to have the moment the lights went down. After months off the mic and one of the biggest creative pushes of my career, I wanted to talk honestly about what it took to prepare and deliver my Nine Dots talk.
I’m joined by Frances Foster, a friend, peer and fellow speaker who walked the same path, carried the same pressure and stood on the same stage.
This is the debrief no one shares. The weeks of uncertainty. The last minute click. The internal noise. The five minutes before walking on. The moment you realise the room is with you. And the aftermath that hits harder than you expect.

If you’ve ever wondered what speaking at an industry event really demands, or you’re considering doing it yourself one day, this conversation is the closest you’ll get without standing under the lights.

Season 2 starts here.

💬 DM me your thoughts on Instagram @ginanfernandesphotography - I also have a broadcast channel set up just for this podcast.

AND this season - all episodes are available to watch over on ⁠Youtube⁠

Got a topic you want me to cover or a guest you’d love to hear from? Drop me a message – I’m always open to ideas.

And before you go some goodies for you:

If you're not already using Studio Ninja for your client management, I’ve got a cheeky little code for you: use GFNINJA to get 50% off your first year. Game changer!!

SEASON 2 is coming!

jeudi 20 novembre 2025 • Durée 02:21

Today marks season two of The Unfiltered Lens. New cover art, fresh headspace, same intention. This space is where I get to talk honestly about the wedding industry, creativity, and the parts of this job we don’t always say out loud.

We’re in the winter stretch of the wedding calendar. Everything drops into a quieter rhythm. It’s the season where most of us go inward. We reflect, we recalibrate, we hibernate a little. But it’s also the best moment to set direction. Small goals, big goals, the ones you’ve ignored all year. Winter gives you room to think. Use it.

Across this season I’ll be releasing two episodes a month. Short, sharp, clear. I want these chats to slot easily into your week, whether you’re editing, commuting or walking the dog.

I’m also thinking about doing a goal setting episode. Something practical, something you can actually use to shape the next season of your business. If you want that, tell me.

And remember, I don’t have a separate Instagram for the podcast. Everything lives under Gina Fernandes Photography. Follow there, stay close, and hit join on the broadcast channel because that is where all the episode updates go first.

Thanks for being here. Let’s make season two thoughtful, intentional and bloody useful.

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