Explore every episode of the podcast FramED: The Wedding Photography Podcast
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| Suits, Kelvin & Christmas Party Launch | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:54:40 | |
Itās September, so obviously that means itās time to announce THE FRAMED CHRISTMAS PARTY PLANS!!! Early bird tickets are now available on the website! Ā£15 for a ticket which is a bargain! The early bird offer ends in two weeks time, so get in quick to secure your ticket for Ā£15 as opposed to Ā£25. Anyway, Christmas aside, todayās podcast took a few twists and turns. After a little catch up on our weeks, we talked about white balance, tricky lighting conditions and our good old friend Kelvin to help us out. We also mourned over our choices of wedding attire at our own weddings, maybe we should release an episode on what weād wear if we were getting married now? Lots of other talking points like Jamesā fashion shoots, Ollyās three photographers at one wedding and Ollieās Nan whoās still winning camera club awards at 90 years old. Itās all in todayās episode of the pod! | |||
| Having a Little Squatch-Up | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:54:07 | |
Have you missed us?? Cos we missed you! The summer holidays are over, the kids are back and school and we are back behind the mics! Todayās episode is a catch up with the boys as we talk about whatās being going on whilst weāve been away. Lots of exciting chat on this weeks episode including: ā¢ā ā our love for Dr Squatch deodorant ā¢ā ā ā Ollieās triple header wedding! ā¢ā ā ā Jamesās film only wedding! ā¢ā ā ā Ollyās sickness dilemma ā¢ā ā ā Someoneās finally moved house! ā¢ā ā ā A French chateau wedding! ā¢ā ā ā Fashion shoots! ā¢ā ā ā plus much much more! Itās good to be back šš¼ | |||
| It's Getting Hot in Here | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:52:16 | |
Itās hot, might be too hot, might be⦠Itās also been a minute since we last did a podcast. The boys are back together and catch up on the last few weeks which has been chocker block with weddings, moving houses, birthdays, travel, editing, World Cup fever and of course, surviving this heat wave. Talking of the heat, we share some of our top tips to stay cool on weddings. How we manage the heat and still stay on top form on what can be intense days! Lots of laughs along the way as per usual. Ps itās our last podcast until the end of the summer holidays, so donāt forget to go back and tune in to some of our previous episodes too! Have the best summer guys! | |||
| Longevity in Wedding Photography | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:55:29 | |
Itās been a week of wowās!!! Jamesā last insta post gave Ollie the āwow factorā and James shares his top tips for how he created those sensational images! Olly Knight was wowed by his recent wedding in Lake Como and Ollie Baines wowād us with his Kew Garden wedding shots! As for todayās topic, it stems from Ollyās chat with a lovely wedding photographer called Dennis who shot his last ever wedding and he turns 90 this year! It got us thinking, how can we ensure longevity in this job? We give our top tips and discuss how we may need to pivot, adapt, stick or even twist along the way. Weād love to hear your thoughts on this topic! As ever, please do comment and join in the debate. Shout out to Dennis, what a guy! | |||
| AI & The Wedding Industry | 02 Jun 2026 | 01:24:02 | |
20,000 minutes since you last heard our voices, have you missed us? Well today weāve dropped a new pod and itās an extra long episode! So much happening! We have our usual catch up and hear how we survived the scorching weather in our recent weddings. Some good old Centre Parcs chat as well as catching up on how bookings are for 2027! Todayās topic is all about AI. The place it has in the wedding industry. Do we like it? How we utilise it? Is it gonna take our jobs??? A really enjoyable discussion and weād love to hear your thoughts on AI and how youāre using it / why youāre against it? Iām off to watch iRobot now š | |||
| How We Shoot It: The Dance Floor | 19 May 2026 | 01:08:01 | |
The dance floooor!!! Well this was a laugh!! The framED boys are back this morning with another episode. Our usual natter to kick us off with some house move updates from Olly and Ollie! Todayās convo is all about the dance floor, why we love it, how we shoot it and of course, we share our favourite ever dance floor memories. James tells the story of his 6am return from a dance floor, Ollieās top tips for using flash and Ollyās stance on how to help people feel comfortable being photographed. Tonnes of tips in this ep! Plus, Knight Presets are out and ready to purchase on the FramED website. If youāre looking for a new look your images to give your photos more pop and punch, these could be perfect for you! | |||
| How We Shoot It: Couple Portraits | 05 May 2026 | 00:54:12 | |
On todayās episode, after a little catch up on Ollyās incredible run of 8 wedding bookings š¤Æ, and Jamesās birthday over the bank holiday weekend š, the boys chat through couple portraits! They both have very different approaches when it comes to couple portraits, so in this episode they share their different perspectives, as well as some of the things that unite the way they both approach this part of a wedding day. Olly also shares how Jonny MP and Sam Docker have been helpful influences on his style and approach. If youāve ever struggled with couple portraits, or want to know how two photographers on different ends of the spectrum do their portraits this will be a super helpful episode for you! | |||
| How we Shoot it: Speeches | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:54:25 | |
Olly shares highlights from his family trip to Seville, James reflects on a whirlwind month of birthdays and Ollie brings some exciting house move newsā then we dive straight into this weekās topic: speeches!! From how we approach shooting them to the unpredictable, funny and sometimes chaotic moments they bring, weāre unpacking everything. We talk through our mindset on the day, how to stay ready for anything and the best ways to navigate speeches without missing the magic. If youāve ever wondered how we handle this part of the day, listen in now šļø | |||
| Fitness & Family Pics | 31 Mar 2026 | 01:10:18 | |
Ollieās back this week and kicks things off by reliving his first ever Hyrox solo ā including the moment he nearly pulled out just TWO minutes before the race š . Olly and James catch up with their weekly updates before we dive into todayās topic: group shots! Often overlooked and lacking in creativity, group photos can be one of the trickiest parts of a wedding day. In this episode, we break down how we approach them from lens choices and positioning to handling difficult dynamics and unpredictable environments. Weāre also sharing our top tips to keep things smooth⦠along with a few horror stories you wonāt want to miss š Make sure you stick around until the end to meet our unexpected (and unplanned) fourth guestā¦š« Tune in now š§ | |||
| Olly & James' Catch Up | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:41:21 | |
Weāre back after a couple of weeks away š In this episode, James and Olly catch up on the last couple of weeks, and itās been a busy one for both of them. Sadly, Ollie Baines couldnāt join us because he was off smashing it at Hyrox šš¾ We chat about our time at Nine Dots Day, which was honestly so good. So many brilliant speakers, so many great talks, and a big shoutout to Danny Jack who came along with us and was an absolute joy to have there. We also catch up on Ollyās time at the Fearless Conference in Florence, where he gave a talk about connection with couples and did some street photography with the legendary Dan Morris and Rafe Abrook. James also fills us in on the Top 50 Wedding Photographers drinks night organised by Style and Professional Photo Mag, plus his film only portrait session. Such a fun one to record. Go give it a listen š§ | |||
| How We Shoot It: Reception | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:56:59 | |
In this weekās episode of FramED, itās a big one⦠Itās Ollie Bainesās wedding anniversary! James Richard drops an exciting announcement! Wedding season is officially up and running for Olly Knight! This week, weāre diving into our favourite (and most intense) part of the day ā the reception. From navigating a relentlessly tight schedule to anticipating and capturing real, blink-and-you-miss-it moments, we unpack how we handle the chaos while staying creative. We talk about: ā¢ā ā Managing the pressure when the timeline starts slipping ā¢ā ā Capturing genuine moments in a room full of distractions ā¢ā ā How we interact with guests ā¢ā ā What happens when wedding guests pick a fight with us!! Thereās plenty of value in this one⦠and, as always, some absolutely terrible chat along the way. | |||
| How We Shoot It: The Ceremony | 24 Feb 2026 | 01:00:33 | |
Fresh back from half term and we have much to catch up on! Only 5 weeks until our FramED pre season party drinks - get booked in via the FramED website! Ollyās birthday and axe throwing antics! James calling out Floyd Mayweather Jr.. And an Ollie fitness comp ft Jonny Ward ā who produced the music behind the FramED intro. Then we get into it: how we shoot wedding ceremonies without losing our style. Lenses. Settings. Tough church light. Creative positioning. Real horror stories and the best ceremonies weāve ever captured. Loads in this one today and hopefully plenty to take away with you to your next weddingšļøš„ | |||
| How We Shoot It: Prep | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:59:10 | |
The trio are back šļø Weāre kicking off a brand new āHow We Shoot Itā series on Framed and this week itās all about prep. What we look for, how we approach the morning, the settings we use and the little things that help us get real, authentic prep images every time. Oh, and of course we give our most embarrassing stories of shooting prep too! Some absolute howlers in there šš¬ Go give it a listen šš§ | |||
| UK Wedding Photographer of the Year 2026! | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:38:48 | |
New FramED Podcast episode is live, and this oneās a special one š Weāre chatting with our very own Olly Knight, fresh off winning UK Wedding Photographer of the Year at The Wedding Industry Awards š¤Æš Ollie Baines couldnāt make it, so we called in the absolute legend Chelsea Cannar to jump on the mic with us, and she did not disappoint ššš¾ Olly talks us through the slightly chaotic journey up to Liverpool, the nerves before the announcement, what it actually felt like hearing his name announced, and of course, the after party š„³ Massive thank you again Chelsea, we loved having you on (well done with your song back to Olly too) š¤ And a massive congratulations Olly, weāre so proud of you šš¾ | |||
| Initial Client Interactions | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:40:09 | |
James, Olly and Ollie are back together this morning⦠which means absolute chaos š We kick things off with a big catch-up on Frame Your Future, Knight Class, TWIA, mentoring and naturally⦠our pre-season drinks in March š» Then Ollie takes the reins as we launch a brand new series, following a wedding from start to finish. Today? The very first interaction with our couples a the emails, the meetings, and the moments that make or break the booking. We get into: š» Client meetings (the good, the bad, the why did we say that) š Online vs at-home consults š¬Absolute horror meetings! š¤ Should we chase couples⦠or let them come to us? š¤ How to build real, authentic relationships (without being weird) If youāve ever left a meeting thinking ādid that go wellā¦?ā ā this oneās for you. | |||
| Booking Weddings when all Seems Quiet | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:35:44 | |
The FramED Podcast returns with some exciting news⦠š (It may or may not be about a very exciting March Social...) In this episode James leads the chat as we break down how to book weddings when things feel a little quiet. From Google to social media to good old-fashioned in-person connections, we share whatās actually worked for us to increase bookings. Hopefully a helpful way to kick off 2026 šļø Letās gooooo | |||
| Merry New Year | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:39:36 | |
The FramED boys kick off 2026 by catching up on Christmas and New Year, sharing their personal and business resolutions for the year ahead and taking a look at how the upcoming wedding season is shaping up. š· Ollyās honest reflections on his new Canon R6 iii š Jamesā Christmas food delights and boxing š„ background šš»āāļø Ollieās winter fitness motivation and crazy Christmas A few laughs along the way as they we into a new year together. Letās gooooo šš¼ | |||
| Christmas Party Catch Up | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:38:16 | |
Weāre wrapping up the year with a festive Framed send off! In this episode, we recap the Framed Christmas party: the highlights, the moments that made it special and yesā¦we hope it brings serious FOMO to anyone who missed it. This week we chat through: ā¢ā ā Our highlights from the event ā¢ā ā A full recap of the night ā¢ā ā Plans for future Framed events š ā¢ā ā Ollie & Olly also share details on their photography courses launching in January, plus: š Our Christmas plans šš» Ollieās upcoming HYROX competition keeping him accountable š· James shooting his final wedding of the year šŗš» Olly heading into his last wedding of 2025 with the new Canon R6 Mark III A relaxed, festive wrap-up to the year! Thanks for listening, supporting and being part of Framed. See you in 2026 š«¶š» | |||
| Happy 1st Birthday!! | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:40:18 | |
š ONE YEAR of the FramED Podcast! š This week marks a full year of the podcast and we canāt thank you enough for tuning in every single week. We see you and we massively appreciate you! šļø In this episode, we dive into the numbers behind the pod, how everything works behind the scenes and what each of us brings to the team to make Framed happen! šÆ We talk about our favourite moments from year one and reveal whoās at the top of our dream guest list for 2026 š š And donāt forget ā the Christmas Party is TOMORROW! There are still tickets available, so grab yours via the Framed website! Happy Birthday FramED!!!! | |||
| Aidan Willis Films: A Videographer's Perspective | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:49:44 | |
Todayās episode was a fun one! We sat down with the amazing Aidan Willis Films ā an absolute legend and someone weāve all loved working with at weddings over the years. In this episode we chat about: ā¢ā ā His approach to weddings and the style heās honed ā¢ā ā Some great gems on attracting couples who are the right fit ā¢ā ā How photo and video can work together seamlessly on a wedding day ā¢ā ā And most importantly⦠Olly Knight has written a brand-new song for this episode. Some might say itās his best one yet š Itās packed with genuinely helpful tips and advice. Let us know what you think in the comments! šļøāØ | |||
| Olly & Becci Chat TWIA | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:50:10 | |
We've got a bonus podcast for you this week! Fresh from the The Wedding Industry Awards for the South East last week Becci Wiles joins Olly Knight to chat about why they applied, how they found the experience of being at an awards night and also what it felt like when their names were called out by Damian (including a very awkward hug between Olly and Becci!) We talk about our applications for the awards, sweating, dresses and what we are going to do now with TWIA. There's something here for you whether you're a Photographer, you know these two crazy people or if you're interested in finding out more about The Wedding Industry Awards. Enjoy! | |||
| How to Love Your Couples | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:39:13 | |
The trio are back together again and this week weāre checking in with James, whoās now officially a dad of three boys! We chat about how heās coping, what life looks like for him right now and the chaos and joy of a growing family š«¶š» Then we dive into the heart of this weekās episode: building strong, meaningful client relationships with your couples. šļø We share our best tips for getting to know your couples on a deeper level, creating trust and forming connections that go far beyond simply taking photos. š£ļø From communication to expectations to the little things that make a big difference ā we cover it all. š„ If you want to elevate your client experience and create genuine relationships that last, this oneās for you. | |||
| We went to Ninedots and... | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:38:40 | |
In this episode, Ollie and Olly dive into their experience at the legendary Ninedots Gathering. We unpack our favourite talks, the moments that hit hardest and the ideas we couldnāt stop scribbling down. From creative breakthroughs to practical business inspiration, we share exactly what we took away from this yearās event. If youāve ever been on the fence about attending Ninedots, this episode is for you. We give our honest advice, talk through what makes the Gathering so special and relive some classic moments that had us laughing! Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just starting your journey, this behind-the-scenes chat will give you a real taste of why Ninedots continues to inspire! | |||
| Making Instagram Work for You | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:39:21 | |
This week, weāre diving deep into brand identity and more specifically, how weāve fine-tuned our online presence to attract the right couples on Instagram! āļø Ollyās back from his (relaxing š) family holiday in Turkey š¹š· š James is knee deep in house renovations and ānesting modeā ahead of baby no.3! š¶ āļø Whilst Ollie is injecting caffeine intravenously after 3 weddings in 1 week! š We discuss: š” How to make your brand feel authentic and consistent. šø Tips to show off your work to potential couples on social media. š« Why endless scrolling on other photographers instas isnāt helping your business ā and what to do instead! If youāve ever felt stuck on Instagram or unsure how to stand out online, this oneās for you!! | |||
| Working with Videographers | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:33:29 | |
In this episode, we dive into the world of videographers ā the ones we love working with, the ones who make life tricky and everything in between. We chat about what makes a great photoāvideo team click on a wedding day, why it sometimes doesnāt, and share plenty of real stories (including a couple of horror stories) from our own experiences along the way! Whether youāre a photographer, videographer, or just curious about what really happens behind the lens, this oneās packed with insight, honesty, and a good dose of banter. | |||
| Wedding Fatigue | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:38:32 | |
Itās October! The cameras are heavy, the edit queues are long and the coffeeās running dangerously low. In this episode, James, Olly, and Ollie sit down for an honest and heartfelt chat about wedding fatigue ā what it looks like, how it sneaks up on us and how we can find ways to deal with burnout. From the emotional and creative toll of back-to-back weddings, to the struggle of staying inspired when youāre running on empty. The boys share personal stories, symptoms theyāve noticed and the small habits that help them recharge and reconnect with the joy of what they do. A wholesome, relatable and refreshingly honest episode ā perfect for any photographer feeling the weight of wedding season. Get the coffee on and enjoy this one! | |||
| Your Questions, Our Answers | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:37:28 | |
In this episode, we dive into your burning questions: from how we stay creative throughout a wedding day to the parts we find the most challenging. Expect plenty of insights, tips and honest answers from behind the lens. | |||
| Destination Weddings | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:39:53 | |
āļø This week on FramED weāre flying to the land of destination weddings! Weāre chatting about: How we landed our very first destination weddings š The horror stories nobody tells you š Whether theyāre really worth the hype (and the hassle) And ultimatelyā¦why we absolutely love them ā¤ļø If youāve ever dreamed of shooting abroadāor youāre curious about the reality behind the Instagram highlights then this oneās for you. | |||
| We're Back Baby! | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:39:36 | |
James, Olly and Ollie return from a packed summer wedding season to share some of their favourite highlights. From dreamy Italian weddings to sunny days on Frinton beach, we look back at the moments that stood out and talk about how next year is shaping up. Weāll also share our plans for courses and mentoring as we head into 2026! Come hang out š«¶š» | |||
| Shooting a Wedding as a 12 Year Old | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:41:52 | |
The FramED podcast is back after an August break! Have you missed us!? You have? Thanks. Today is a very special episode as Olly Knight interviews his first born child (Caleb Knight) about his experience of shooting his first full wedding this Summer in Italy as a 12 year old!? We chat about how he got into photography (VTech cameras and seals), how he was given the opportunity to second shoot and what went well and what went wrong at the wedding! Caleb even cusses automatic modes on cameras (he can be quite opinionated- we don't know who he takes after...) We hope there's some inspiration for young people getting into photography and also some help for Photographer parents wanting to get their kids into the world of snapping! Enjoy! | |||
| Portrait vs Landscape | 21 Jul 2025 | 00:39:40 | |
Agree to disagree? Ollie was ill. James had a holiday. Olly was in Italy for a wedding and in this podcast we discuss our opinions on how we shoot. Team landscape vs team portrait. Olly makes the case for keeping everything landscape, while James and Ollie share how theyāve grown to embrace portrait orientation in their wedding work. Which side are you on? | |||
| Sick Photographers | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:40:20 | |
Ollie & Olly in the studio today ā James is off sick (a little ironic, as weāre talking all about being ill at weddings!) Ollie shares his horrific story of getting sick while flying āļø to a wedding in Scotland and Olly recalls a sudden sickness episode mid-wedding with James. You donāt want to miss these ones 𤢠On a brighter note ā tickets for our Framed Christmas Party are now LIVE! šš„³ Theyāre just Ā£10 and available via the FramED website. If you're a wedding photographer or videographer, you're invited! Come hang out, celebrate the end of the season and enjoy some proper community together ā¤ļø https://www.framed.education/store/p/framed-christmas-party | |||
| Anniversaries, babies and GOAT WEDDINGS | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:36:48 | |
Itās roasting outsideāmaybe too hotābut weāre keeping things cool on the pod this week! The boys are back, catching up on recent weddings and industry chatter! š„ Olly shares how he and his Wife Kirsty celebrated their wedding anniversary (and how he got things wrong at a wine tasting!) š¶ James drops the exciting news about baby no.3ās gender šø Ollie reveals why his last two weddings might just be his favourites ever. And thatās not all... weāve got some major FramED news you wonāt want to miss! So grab a cold drink, find some shade, and tune in š¤š¼ | |||
| What we Charge for Weddings | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:50:24 | |
Itās all about the money money money - or is it? Todayās episode is an in-depth conversation about pricing. How much we charged when starting out, all the way through to how much we charge now. Ollie, Olly & James share their experiences and offer insight as to how they book weddings at their prices. With tips for beginners and a discussion about whether we should share our prices on our website or not, the boys give their opinions on it all! Enjoy listening! | |||
| Food for Thought | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:38:13 | |
You better believe it, the boys are altogether in Canterbury for todayās pod! After a mammoth week of weddings: Olly, Ollie and James catch up on their past week in Ollyās office!!! In todayās pod we chat about: ā¢ā ā Jamesā triple header in Oxford š„± ā¢ā ā Ollyās stunning woodland musical march wedding š² ā¢ā ā Ollie captured his friends boujiee wedding in Richmond From begging for food to our favourite ever wedding meals - this episode is full of food for thought! Sit back, relax and grab a snack for this one š«¶š» | |||
| When Equipment Goes Wrong | 02 Jun 2025 | 00:35:44 | |
This week weāre diving into every wedding photographerās worst nightmare: when your equipment fails at the worst possible moment š± Olly, Ollie and James share real-life horror stories of gear gone wrong and more importantly how they kept calm, carried on and still delivered the goods. Expect laughs, lessons and a few āhow did that even happen?ā moments. Plus: š Ollieās very strange Christmas analogy š Ollyās epic 20-hour round trip to Scotland š James is in the hosting seat this week! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episodeās full of gold. | |||
| Daily Habits that can Enrich your Life | 20 May 2025 | 00:39:20 | |
Another day, another framed pod! Olly returns fresh from a street photography day in Brighton, James has been capturing weddings at the Old Kent Barn and getting creative with some personal branding work whilst Ollie Baines has been knee-deep in thousands of images to cull. In this episode, we dive into our culling processes and explore the daily habits that enrich our lives and fuel our creativity. From cold showers to chasing inspiration, we share practical tips to help make the most of each dayāboth in business and our personal lives! | |||
| Posting for Couples vs Photographers (feat Beers & Kittens š»š±) | 13 May 2025 | 00:37:28 | |
Ollie, Olly and James are back behind the mics diving into the tension between posting the images you love vs the ones you think others want to see. James drops some exciting newsābaby number 3 is on the way (another boy?) Olly gets ambushed by kittens and Ollie Baines fends off the beers at his latest wedding. Itās a fun, honest chat about vulnerability, creative confidence and staying true to your photographic voice. Letās gooo | |||
| How to Deal with Nerves at Weddings | 06 May 2025 | 00:39:45 | |
The three boys are reunited on this weekās episode! We catch up on James' holiday adventures, share stories from recent weddings weāve been shooting and dive into a big chat about nerves at weddings. We talk about how to handle them, tips for other photographers facing them and why feeling nervous isnāt always a bad thing. Plenty of laughs along the way, as always. | |||
| Becci Wiles- Teacher to Wedding Photographer | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:50:42 | |
This episode is a cracker! We speak to the one and only Becci Wiles about her journey from being a primary school teacher to becoming a wedding photographer. Olly asks Becci about her experience of being mentored, how her last 18 months have been in the industry, how she manages to run a business with two young kids and wombs (yeah wombs) Becci has emerged as a real talent in the industry whose documentary work is full of colour and humour. You won't want to miss this episode (there's even a song and a quiz). To see more of Becci's work you can find her wedding work "Becci Wiles Photography" and her family work "Families by Becci" https://www.becciwilesphotography.co.uk | |||
| Easter Hols & Mojito Bowls | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:39:33 | |
With James off on holiday, itās just Ollie and Olly holding down the fort this week. We catch up on Easter antics, Ollieās new health kick and Ollyās recent destination wedding (plus a bit of family time in Madrid). We discuss Ollieās first ever associate wedding shoot and we talk the āpink churchā wedding saga. There's still time to book onto our Brighton Street Photography Day on 19th May 2025. Check out the link https://www.framed.education/store/p/brighton-street-photography-day-monday-19th-may-2025 | |||
| Photographing the Camera Shy (an Ollie & Olly Take Over) | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:39:12 | |
This week on FramED, it's just Ollie and Olly holding down the fort while James is off being a super Dad! We take a trip down memory lane reminiscing about how we first met and the journey that led us to working together. We also bond over our shared love of Julia Donaldson (because who doesnāt appreciate a good Tabby McTat reference?) Olly shares about his heat pump woes and eco house dreams. Then we talk about an important topic: how to photograph people who feel uncomfortable in front of the camera. Whether itās a nervous Groom, a self-conscious Bride, or just someone who hates having their photo taken, we share our approaches to help people relax. A laid-back, fun episode full of stories, insights, and plenty of laughsātune in now! | |||
| Alex Stevens: Shooting Film & 40 Weddings in His First Year | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:39:11 | |
Now, this was a good one! On todayās episode of the podcast, we have the incredibly talented Alexander Stevens! If youāre into film photography and thinking about transitioning into full-time wedding photography, this is a must-listen. During our conversation with Alex, we dive into how heās used Instagram to book 90% of his weddingsāand he shares his top tips for making the most of the platform. He also takes us through his journey from being a full-time musician to working part-time and then fully transitioning into wedding photography. We also chat about his love of film photography and how heās incorporated it into his business. He breaks down the gear he uses, his favourite film stock, and why film plays such an important role in his work. Oh, and letās not forgetāJames has his cringiest moment ever on the pod! Alex shares so many great pearls of wisdom in this episode, and weāre beyond excited for you to hear it! š§ Episode link is in our bio & stories! Donāt forget to like, share, and drop your thoughts in the commentsāweād love to hear from you! | |||
| Presets, Pants & Parenting | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:37:46 | |
The Boys Are Back! šļø Ollie returns after having his second baby and weāre catching up on everythingāweddings, engagement shoots, family sessionsā¦even school lunch time talks! Plus, we dive into editing and developing presets to help us achieve the look we want. Oh and donāt miss Ollyās colourful pants dilemma. Itās a wild one! Listen now! š„ | |||
| Damian Bailey- The Wedding Industry Awards | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:39:27 | |
We have a very special guest on this episodeāDamian Bailey from The Wedding Industry Awards! It was such a pleasure having him on. We chatted about why he started TWIA, the idea of community over competition and his top tips for photographers entering the awards. He also shares invaluable advice for those just starting outāafter photographing nearly 1,000 weddings over his 22-year career, youāll definitely want to take notes! Of course, the question youāve all been waiting for⦠who has given him the best chest pump when accepting their award? He finally spills the answer! This episode is such a great insight into all that goes into running TWIA and how it all works! We can't wait for you to listenālet us know what you think! | |||
| Pricing & Mint Shower Gel | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:38:40 | |
Todayās episode is all about money! Olly and James chat about their experiences growing up, how much they charged when they first started and share tips on pricing yourself confidently. Pricing can be a tricky subject, so our goal with this episode is to help you make informed decisions about your pricing and feel good about what you charge. We also celebrate the newest arrival to the Framed familyāOllie Baines' lovely baby girl Imi š„° AND in even bigger news, we hear all about Ollyās six-week ordeal with his mint shower gel and the unexpected tingles it gave him š«£! We hope you love this episode! š§ | |||
| Hands-on vs Hands-off Couple Time | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:37:37 | |
Today, weāre diving into Couple Timeāthat part of a wedding day when we take couples away for some beautiful photos. Olly and James have very different approaches to this so they share their thoughts, techniques and top tips to help photographers make the most of this time! Itās just James & Olly Knight this week, as Ollie Baines is off preparing to welcome his new baby š! We also chat about Ollyās insanely busy weekāincluding photographing a West End actress' proposalāand Jamesā week of solo parenting! We hope you love this episode! š Episode link is in our bio & stories! Donāt forget to like, share, and leave your thoughts in the commentsāweād love to hear from you! š¬āØ | |||
| One thing I wish I knew when first starting out | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:38:47 | |
In this episode of the FramED pod Olly, Ollie & James delve into one big question: Whatās one thing we wish weād known when starting out in wedding photography? But first, itās a proper half-term catch-upāCentre Parcs adventures, life with little ones and birthday celebrations. A mix of wedding photography wisdom and real-life chaosājust how we like it. Grab a coffee and tune in! To find out more info about who we are and what we do head to https://www.framed.education | |||
| Alan Law: Pure Documentary & Post-Wedding Maccers | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:38:28 | |
In this episode of the FramED podcast we sit down with the legend himselfāAlan Law. As the founder of This Is Reportage and an award-winning documentary wedding photographer, Alan shares his journey from shooting solo to building a platform that celebrates raw, unscripted moments. We chat about why he prefers working without second shooters, the art of storytelling through pure documentary photography, and why he uses wide angle lenses for his weddings. Plus, we get into his guilty pleasureāa post-wedding McDonaldās feastāand whether thatās the real secret to wedding photography success. Itās an episode packed with insights, laughs, and a fresh perspective on shooting weddings. Tune in now! To see Alan's work and book a place at "Law School" visit his website https://www.alanlawphotography.co.uk Take a look at This is Reportage here https://thisisreportage.com | |||
| How to Book more Weddings in 2025 | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:39:49 | |
Why are wedding photography bookings down in 2025 and more importantlyāhow can you turn things around? In this episode, Olly, Ollie and James break down whatās really going on in the wedding photography industry and give some practical tips to get more weddings booked. If youāre feeling the dip, donāt panicāweāve got you. Listen now for our top tips to help you book more weddings in 2025/26. | |||