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255. Why Your Portfolio Isn't Booking Luxury Weddings (and How Lab 35mm Fixes It)09 juil. 202600:09:54

Let's talk about the gap between the portfolio you have and the portfolio that books a laid-back luxury couple with a real budget and zero interest in a shot list.

What actually books bigger-budget, laid-back luxury clients is a portfolio that reads like a story, not a highlight reel. This is the whole premise behind Lab 35mm. 

Inside, you're working through storytelling and composition, mastering light in every form- natural, on-camera, off-camera flash- and building out wedding day story structure using the Lab 35mm method, including intentional black-and-white work that most photographers use as a filter instead of a decision.

📸 Launch Bonus: Enroll during launch, and you get three portfolio reviews with me. (valued at $497 per review)

🔥 DOORS CLOSE TONIGHT! Price goes up, and bonuses disappear 🔥

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

254. How to Build a Portfolio That Books Luxury Weddings07 juil. 202600:10:50

I've been getting the same DM on repeat: "how do I actually start booking $8-10K weddings instead of staying stuck in the $3-5K range?". 

So today's episode is the answer.

Here's the truth nobody wants to hear: you're not underpriced because the market won't pay more. You're underpriced because your portfolio doesn't look like it belongs at that price point yet. And fixing that has almost nothing to do with buying more gear.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

253. Website Copy, Personality Marketing, and What Couples Really Want with Andrea Shah23 juin 202600:42:41

Andrea Shah is a copywriter for wedding creatives who want to spotlight their artistry and client experience. She has over a decade of experience working on websites and brand voice for Fortune 500 companies and luxury brands alike. She teaches wedding professionals how to use psychology, storytelling, and market research to make their perfect-match clients feel deeply seen and heard.

Andrea's Links 🔗 : 

  • Newsletter: https://andreashah.com/newsletter
  • Instagram:
    http://www.instagram.com/andreashahcopy
      

02:08 Why Personality Matters

05:05 Finding Your Brand Anchors

07:12 Storytelling Without Cringe

13:12 Fixing Inquiry Problems

15:55 Too Much Personality

17:33 Pricing on Your Website

20:32 Why Pros Hide Prices

25:43 Reddit Wedding Cost Shock

36:29 Destination Pricing Clarity

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

252. YouTube SEO for Photographers with Shayna from Hybrid Hangout16 juin 202600:44:49

Shayna, from Hybrid Hangout, explains how YouTube and Google search are intertwined and how embedding keyword-driven YouTube videos (wedding films, location guides, or simple talking-head videos that mirror blog posts) can boost blog rankings, increase trust, and convert higher-intent clients without needing virality or large followings.

Shayna's Links: 

  • Free video upsell starter kit: https://hybridhangout.com/starter-kit
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hybridhangout


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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

251. Bold Branding and Building a Business That Feels Like You with Flying Colors Creative09 juin 202600:45:38

Eva is a Brand & Marketing Designer, and the Ringleader behind Flying Colours Creative®, where bold brands step onto the main stage to own their weird. She helps personal brands & service providers bring their personality to the spotlight of their brand by designing and implementing bold brand identities so they can command attention and succeed with Flying Colours.


Eva's Links:

🎪 The Extravaganza: 12-week, all-inclusive brand transformation that gives you all the visuals, website & marketing assets it takes to succeed with Flying Colours.
https://www.flyingcolourscreative.com/extravaganza

🐅 Uncaged: The weekly newsletter for service providers who refuse to be tamed.
https://www.flyingcolourscreative.com/newsletter

🎙️ The Freak Show: Step right up to the show where you own your weird & turn your unique personality into your biggest brand asset.
https://www.flyingcolourscreative.com/podcast

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

250. Luxury Website Strategy for Wedding Pros with Heather Gagnan02 juin 202600:24:50

Heather is a strategy-led website designer for wedding professionals who are ready to consistently attract aligned, high-end couples who convert into ready-to-book clients. With 10+ years of experience across the wedding industry and web design, she brings an intuitive understanding and strategic approach of what it takes to position yourself as a high-end photographer.

Heather's Freebie: Website Checklist

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00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro

00:41 Heather’s Origin Story

02:29 Strategy First Luxury Sites

05:03 Audits and Analytics Deep Dive

06:26 Homepage Hooks and Portfolio Sales

09:18 Portfolio vs Blog Explained

11:43 Raising Prices Needs Trust

14:09 What Luxury Design Really Is

18:10 Connection and Testimonials That Convert

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

249. The Mindset of Luxury Pricing: The Only Thing Standing Between You and $10K is...27 mai 202600:17:09

Let's get honest about what's actually keeping you stuck at your current price.

In this episode, we're going into the mindset work that has to happen before any strategy can work in...because if your brain isn't on board with the price, your couples are going to feel that before you even finish the sentence.

I'm breaking this down into four chapters:

Chapter 1: The Delusion of Self. 

Chapter 2: Bulletproof Confidence. 

Chapter 3: Value-Based vs. Cost-Based Pricing. 

Chapter 4: Your Pricing Suite is a Decision Architecture. 

Plus, the mindset shift I leave you with at the end of this episode is the one I come back to every single time...

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

248. If you want to double your prices in 2026 (listen up)21 mai 202600:11:32

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

247. How Sammy Went From $3K to $10k+ Weddings (in less than 12 months)12 mai 202600:45:38

Alora interviews Wedding Atelier student Sammy about rapidly repositioning her wedding photography business toward the luxury market in under a year. Sammy shares how she joined in the fall of 2025, raised pricing from $3,600 to $6,500, booked her first $10K+ wedding, had consistent $15K months, and a recent $26K month while working less.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

246. Wedding Industry Hot Takes & Copy That Sells with Taylor De la Fuente07 mai 202600:35:00

Host Alora interviews wedding copywriter Taylor De la Fuente, Wedding Atelier's copy coach, about what’s not working in wedding marketing and sales in 2026. 

03:16 Why Pricing Transparency Wins

06:09 Educate Prospects Better

08:54 Stop Relying on Instagram

12:11 Website as Sales Machine

13:15 SEO Order of Operations

15:47 AI Search and Luxury Labels

19:36 Luxury Is Experience

20:21 Authenticity Over Labels

24:56 Future Of Luxury

28:03 Realness And Connection

33:14 Human Touch Over AI Slop

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

245. How Julia Went From $6K to $30K Weddings & The REAL Truth about Luxury Clients05 mai 202600:48:20

On the Often Ambitious podcast, Alora interviews her student and Wedding Atelier co-coach Julia, a luxury wedding photographer in Quebec, about her rapid business transformation from a $6K starting package to $20K, $30K, and beyond.

 Julia shares that after the 2022 wedding boom and becoming a mother of two, she took fewer weddings, faced ghosting on proposals, and felt stuck between markets in the “dead zone” $6–8K range. 

00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro

04:01 Pricing Fear and Mindset

06:21 Escaping the Dead Zone

14:04 Luxury Client Myths

16:17 Portfolio That Sells Luxury

20:28 What Luxury Couples Value

25:07 Positioning and Brand Alignment

30:18 Thinking Like a CEO

32:18 No Fluff Program Support

42:33 Luxury Is Exclusivity

44:21 Courage To Raise Prices

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

244. Systems & Video: Creating a Warm Client Experience for Wedding Photographers with Colie James28 avr. 202600:45:40

Colie James is a Disney-loving Systems Strategist and the host of the Business-First Creatives podcast. Based outside Boulder Colorado, she loves helping photographers & creative service providers automate their processes, reclaim their time, and get back to living! Colie believes every creative deserves to build a business that is sustainable and profitable, and no one should quit their 9 to 5 only to work 24/7 [in their business].

Colie's Links: 

Private Podcast - Systems That Sell

Public Podcast - Business-First Creatives

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

243. Why Posting More Isn't Getting You More Bookings (And What Actually Does)13 avr. 202600:10:12

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on why I built the Double Your Inquiries Sprint and what I kept seeing happen with photographers who were doing "all the right things" and still stuck in the spiral. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • The pattern I kept seeing in photographers who were posting consistently but getting zero traction
  • Why effort alone isn't the problem (and what actually is)
  • What the Double Your Inquiries Sprint is and why I built it as the on-ramp to InDemand


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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

242. CEO Cleaning: Why Your Life Feels Messy (And How to Fix It)24 mars 202600:23:23

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

241. How to Have Wedding SEO with Sarah Does SEO17 mars 202600:37:49

Sara Dunn is the go-to Wedding SEO expert for planners, photographers, venues, and other wedding pros who want to rank higher on Google without the tech overwhelm. As the founder of Sara Does SEO, she offers done-for-you services, coaching, and courses built on her proven Wedding SEO Framework. A sought-after speaker and educator, Sara’s strategies help over a million searchers connect with wedding professionals each year.

Sara's Links:

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

240. What a Five Figure Month Actually Looks Like (for Photographers)03 mars 202600:18:07

If you’re serious about building a profitable year, start here:

📌 → The 12-Month CEO Architecture ($7)
Your 30-minute yearly calendar blueprint. Design your revenue. Set your boundaries. Build your year with intention.

🗂️ Build your plan like a CEO here → [LINK]

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

239. Why Instagram Is Still the Fastest Visibility Lever in 202626 févr. 202600:13:19

00:00 Booked 17 Weddings

04:28 Attract Repel Mindset

05:35 Why Wedding Work Matters

06:26 Templates Over Trends

11:52 Community With Results

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

238. How to Double Your Inquiries with Instagram (this week)19 févr. 202600:11:32

00:00 Welcome Back + Where I’ve Been

02:22 Industry Shifts & the Real Problem: Consistent Inquiries

03:13 The Big Idea: Story-Driven Content That Attracts 

03:48 Introducing the Marketing Membership + Founder’s Invite

04:41 My Instagram Origin Story: Going Viral & Booking 17 Weddings

06:27 Why Instagram Still Wins 


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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

237. Wedding Photography Trends & Predictions in 202613 janv. 202600:14:09

In this episode, host Alora delves into the enduring trends and predictions for the wedding photography industry in 2026. Alora also discusses the importance of versatility and creativity in capturing memorable wedding moments.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

236. My Biggest Lessons & Crash Outs of 202506 janv. 202600:24:33

2025 Reflections: Mindset, Rest, and Evolving as an Entrepreneur

In this podcast episode, Alora delves into her five key lessons from the year 2025. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, specifically how adopting the right mindset is crucial for achieving goals and overcoming challenges.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:19 Lesson 1: Mindset Over Everything

01:48 Starting Over at 35

09:00 Lesson 2: Rest as a Business Strategy

14:43 Lesson 3: Embracing Change and Rebranding

17:27 Lesson 4: Overcoming Procrastination

19:52 Lesson 5: You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

235. Here's What's Coming in 2026...31 déc. 202500:12:05

Alora returnsvwith a plethora of new ideas and an exciting announcement. She discusses her journey of overcoming creative blocks, tuning into her own intuition, and the development of new offerings aimed at transforming the photography industry.

00:36 New Ideas and Industry Changes

01:27 Trusting Your Intuition

02:38 Creating a New Offer

04:09 Building in Public

05:42 Photography Skills and Style

07:57 Preparing for 2026

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

234. A New Chapter is coming...02 déc. 202500:17:35

🪩 Made six-figures as a Wedding Photographer? Ready to scale to multiple six-figures without adding more weekends? 

Or 

Are you an artist or creative entrepreneur ready to launch your first product or service?

📝  Apply for the Mastermind here - 3 slots left!

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

233. The Real Secret to Standing Out in 202624 nov. 202500:09:03

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

232. Why You’re Not Booking Luxury Clients (Let’s Get Honest)14 nov. 202500:17:17

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora discusses the challenges of booking luxury clients as a wedding photographer. 

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

231. Let’s Catch Up: Life, Launches, and Lessons16 oct. 202500:09:50

It’s been a season, friend, so let’s catch up. ☕

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what life has really looked like lately...

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

230. From Burnout to Booked Out: How Jenn is Hitting Six Figures in 8 Months01 oct. 202500:23:13

In this episode of The Wedding Atelier Podcast, host Alora sits down with alumni Jenn, who went from burnout to booked out—and hit six figures in just 8 months.

Jenn reveals how she ditched the scrappy hustle for a strategy that worked:

  • Raising her rates with confidence
  • Creating a focused marketing plan that attracted dream clients
  • Avoiding overbooking while protecting her weekends
  • Outsourcing and self-care to sustain her growth

If you’ve been grinding nonstop without seeing the payoff, Jenn’s story will show you how structure and strategy can take you from overworked to thriving faster than you think.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

229. The Power of Positioning: How Emily Doubled Her Prices and Hit Six Figures30 sept. 202500:26:24

In this episode of The Wedding Atelier Podcast, Alora sits down with alumni Emily R to unpack her six-figure transformation.

Emily once struggled to book weddings at $2,400, even after multiple rebrands that failed to attract the high-end clients she had dreamed of. Fast forward to today—Emily confidently charges $7,000+, books only one or two weddings a month, and recently crossed the $100K mark in her business.

Her story is even more powerful given the timing: while navigating the NICU with her newborn, Emily booked three clients back-to-back using strategies she learned inside Wedding Atelier.

You’ll hear:

  • Why rebranding alone doesn’t lead to premium bookings
  • The mindset and sales shifts that helped Emily land her highest packages
  • How she balanced building a profitable photography business with motherhood
  • The exact turning points that allowed her to step into her CEO era

If you’ve tried “everything” and still feel stuck attracting budget clients, this episode will show you what’s really possible when you have the right strategy and support.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

228. Is Wedding Atelier for you? Here's Everything You Need to Know26 sept. 202500:29:29

In this episode of The Wedding Atelier Podcast, host Alora Rachelle pulls back the curtain on her signature program, Wedding Atelier—the proven system designed to help wedding photographers scale to six figures without burning out.

Celebrating 15 years in the wedding industry and nearly a decade of mentorship, Alora shares:

  • The real struggles photographers face when they’re stuck in the $3K wedding trap.
  • The success stories of alumni who’ve doubled and even tripled their rates.
  • Brand-new features like Studio Sprints and The Rebrand Studio to fast-track results.
  • How the curriculum guides you step-by-step through mindset, branding, marketing, and sales so you can book high-value weddings with confidence.
  • Why community, coaching, and accountability are the missing pieces most photographers don’t have.

If you’re ready to attract dream clients, raise your prices without fear, and build a sustainable business that gives you your weekends (and your life) back—this is the episode to tune into.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

227. The Truth About Raising Your Prices Without Losing Clients18 sept. 202500:09:41

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora addresses the anxiety and strategies associated with raising prices for weddings.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

226. How We Help You Double your Prices Before The Year Ends...05 sept. 202500:16:23

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora reflects on the Wedding Atelier program, from idea to multi-million dollar student wins.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
✨ Loved this episode? Leave a rating & review on Apple or  Spotify  🫶🏽

225. How to Attract High End Clients Who See You as the Only Option26 août 202500:10:13

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier Podcast, host Alora discusses how photographers can avoid being ghosted and attract dream clients by leveraging their unique artist story.

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🔥 Join the waitlist for the InDemand Inquiries 90-day Challenge → Founding member pricing before the doors even open to the public July 27th.

🏛️ Apply for The Wedding Atelier, my high-touch business program for photographers ready to double their prices, book less, and get their weekends back

🤍 Come say hi on Instagram and Threads
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224. The 3 Biggest Myths Keeping You Stuck at $3k...19 août 202500:10:22

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora dives into the prevalent myths that hinder wedding photographers from raising their prices beyond $3,000. 

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223. From Burnout to Booked Out: How to Make $100k with less than 20 Weddings14 août 202500:11:54

In this solo episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora discusses strategies to transition from burnout to a fully booked schedule by managing fewer than 20 weddings a year. Alora introduces two frameworks designed to help wedding photographers earn six figures.

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222. Becoming the CEO of Your Wedding Business with Heidi Thompson30 juil. 202500:36:50

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora welcomes Heidi Thompson from Evolve Your Wedding Business to discuss the critical shift from being a business owner to becoming the CEO of your wedding business. 

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:44 Heidi Thompson's Journey in the Wedding Industry

01:53 Marketing Insights and Strategies

04:01 Becoming the CEO of Your Business

15:48 Outsourcing and Delegation Tips

26:48 Time Management and Productivity

34:00 Book More Wedding Summit Details

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221. Stock Photography is an Easy Income Stream with Aubrey Westlund22 juil. 202500:44:59

In this episode of the Wedding at Podcast, the host welcomes back Aubrey Westland, the expert in stock photography, after more than three years. The conversation delves into the intricacies of the stock photography industry, covering essential topics such as the differences between microstock and premium agencies, the impact of AI on the industry, and licensing models. 

Aubrey shares her decade-long journey, offers insights on boosting creativity, and provides practical advice for photographers seeking to diversify their income during slow seasons.


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220. Scale Your Photography Business using SEO & AI Scott Wyden Kivowitz15 juil. 202500:31:14

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, guest Scott from Imagen.ai shares his journey from general portrait photography to becoming a highly successful niche wedding photographer specializing in proposals. 

He discusses the importance of niche marketing, planning meticulous sessions using various tools, and leveraging blog content for SEO. Scott provides insights on building a strong referral network and optimizing content for search engines, even discussing the potential impacts of AI on photography SEO. 

Tune in for a deep dive into how specializing in and implementing strategic SEO can transform a small niche into a thriving business.

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219. She Got 3 Workdays a Week Back — and Made More Money Doing It with Sara Monika01 juil. 202500:33:09

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora welcomes Sara Monika, a seasoned wedding photographer and outsourcing expert. Sara shares her experiences and strategies for helping photographers save time and increase their income by outsourcing tasks.

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218. Why More Couples Are Choosing Hybrid Photo & Video Packages with Shayna Lloyd24 juin 202500:44:35

Shayna Lloyd is a Montana-based traveling photographer and videographer for the adventurous and laid-back. Shayna’s signature video style can be described as “vlogs mixed with indie films” and her photos follow suit; Shayna’s story-driven and experience first approach have made her stand out in the market, and her focus on simplicity and ease in all areas of her business have helped her replicate her results for other photographers and aspiring hybrid shooters.

In this episode, we are joined by Shayna, who provides actionable tips for photographers on hybrid shooting, storytelling, and adding video to their services. The episode also explores the potential of video as an add-on service, raising prices, and evolving client needs in the wedding industry. Tune in to learn how to balance technical and storytelling aspects to create memorable videos alongside stunning photos.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:39 Shayna's Journey into Video

01:28 Building a Business from Vlogging

03:23 Transition to Hybrid Shooting

10:04 Pandemic Challenges and Adaptations

17:22 Rebranding and Finding a Niche

21:57 Starting as a Vlogger and Finding a Unique Style

22:33 Inspiration and Evolution in Wedding Videography

25:04 Balancing Photography and Videography

28:55 The Five Essential Shots for Storytelling

32:52 Defining Deliverables and Managing Client Expectations

35:20 The Business Value of Hybrid Shooting

39:32 Encouragement and Practical Advice for Beginners

42:44 Connecting with Shayna and Final Thoughts

 

🔗 Shayna's Links:

  • montanadiaries.com
  • heythriver.com 
  • instagram.com/shayna_lloyd

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217. How I'm Managing this Summer as a CEO & Mother of two17 juin 202500:17:45

In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora discusses her strategies for balancing motherhood, self-care, and her business during the summer.

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216. Fix Your Mindset. Raise Your Prices (here's how)10 juin 202500:12:55

In this episode, host Alora shares the significant role of mindset in achieving success, particularly in the wedding photography business.

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215. Attract Weddings with Blogs in POV Style with Inkpot Creative03 juin 202500:36:42

In this episode, Alora interviews Jesse from Ink Pot Creative to discuss the intricacies of SEO and blogging for wedding photographers. Jesse provides invaluable tips on keyword research, crafting compelling blog content, and leveraging venue-specific posts to attract ideal clients. The conversation also explores common misconceptions about SEO, the balance between visuals and text in blog posts, and the importance of creating long-term, impactful content. Whether you're new to blogging or looking to refine your strategy, this episode offers actionable insights to improve your online presence.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:21 Rapid Fire Questions

01:23 Favorite Business Book and Travel Dreams

03:33 Non-Negotiable Life and Business Rules

05:44 Dealing with Stress and Client Feedback

07:59 The Journey of Ink Pot Creative

12:08 The Power of Blogging for Business

12:45 Common Misconceptions About Blogging

17:35 The Importance of Keywords in Blogging

17:56 Weak vs. Strong Keywords for Photographers

18:33 Choosing the Right Venue for Your Wedding

19:23 Balancing Personal Stories with SEO

20:41 The Importance of Venue-Focused Content

22:20 SEO Strategies for Photographers

23:23 Getting Started with SEO and Blogging

26:30 Effective Blogging Techniques

33:52 Final Tips and Encouragement


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214. How to Get Inquiries this Week using Instagram with Social Templates27 mai 202500:40:03

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After over a decade as a wedding photographer, Angela stepped away from the industry, burnt out and craving a slower pace of life as a young mom. During a year-long sabbatical, she naturally began helping other photographers with social media — and quickly saw the need for simple, stress-free content creation.

That’s how
Social Templates Co was born: done-for-you Instagram reel templates and resources made with native features, right inside the app. Today, Angela helps creatives show up consistently online without the overwhelm.

In this episode of Wedding Atelier, host Alora interviews Angela Shea, a former wedding photographer turned social media expert. The discussion covers effective social media strategies for wedding photographers, emphasizing the importance of showing personality, utilizing video content, and maintaining consistency in posting. 

00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction

00:30 Angela's Journey from Photographer to Social Media Expert

03:37 Current Trends in Social Media for Wedding Photographers

08:44 Effective Use of Instagram Reels and Carousels

16:52 SEO and Long-Term Strategy on Instagram

22:16 Understanding the Instagram Algorithm

26:21 Trial Reels: A New Frontier

30:39 Effective Posting Cadence

37:21 Leveraging Meta Glasses 

40:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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213. 3 Things You Need Legally for Wedding Photographers with The Legal Paige19 mai 202500:45:16

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora welcomes Paige, founder of The Legal Paige, to discuss essential legal aspects for wedding photographers. They delve into important contract clauses, the significance of clear rescheduling and cancellation policies, and the necessity of having an LLC to protect personal assets. Paige also shares why having detailed agreements is crucial and discusses current economic trends affecting the wedding industry.

Paige is the founder of The Legal Paige, a virtual legal educational platform working with small businesses. She is a certified Juris Doctor and holds a double B.A. in Economics and Political Science. After working as a federal law clerk, Paige traded in the traditional law life for a virtual one and opened the doors to The Legal Paige in 2018.

Her mission is to create an online space where the law isn’t so scary and entrepreneurs can get legally legit in no time. Law aside, Paige is a Montana mom who loves hiking, lake time, and a good game of Catan.
 

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:53 Common Legal Issues for Wedding Photographers

01:29 Importance of Clear Contract Clauses

03:35 Retainer vs. Deposit: Key Differences

09:28 The Necessity of LLCs for Photographers

20:24 Limitation of Liability and Other Crucial Clauses

24:46 Navigating Economic Uncertainty

26:04 Industry Standards and Client Relations

27:11 Budgeting and Financial Strategies

32:47 Trademarking and Legal Protection

37:21 Essential Contracts and Legal Tools

44:07 Final Thoughts and Resources

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212. How to be Authentically Artistic with Miles Witt Boyer06 mai 202500:42:04

In this episode of the podcast, Alora welcomes Miles Whitboyer, a distinguished wedding and commercial photographer based in Bentonville, Arkansas. 

Renowned for his cinematic storytelling and authenticity, Miles shares his valuable insights on maintaining artistic integrity and providing exceptional client experiences. The discussion delves into Miles' journey in the photography industry, the importance of personal connections with clients, and the pitfalls of following influencer trends without genuine substance. 

Miles emphasizes serving clients with depth and intention, drawing from real-life stories that underscore the lasting significance of wedding photography. Stay tuned as the conversation continues in a two-part series, with a follow-up episode on Miles' podcast featuring the host.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:23 Miles Whitboyer's Background

01:06 The Importance of Client Experience

03:35 Balancing Art and Business

06:28 The Power of Referrals

12:46 Finding Joy in Photography

22:05 The Importance of Skill Over Gear

23:41 Industry Trends and Influencer Culture

27:17 The Value of Wedding Photography

29:01 Reflections on the Photography Industry

30:07 Personal Growth and Lessons Learned

32:51 The Impact of COVID-19 on Photography

36:01 Looking Back and Moving Forward

41:35 Conclusion and Next Steps



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210. You Can Still Make $100k (This Year) inside Wedding Atelier30 avr. 202500:34:01

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209. How Julia went from sending $6k to $12k proposals29 avr. 202500:24:59

In this episode, Alora welcomes special guest Julia, one of her alumni, who shares her inspiring journey from struggling with bookings to achieving rapid wins by raising her prices from $6k to $12k in just two months

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208. How Khariza made $142k with Weddings (before going Full-time)24 avr. 202500:19:21

In this episode, host Alora welcomes a special guest, her alumni Khariza, to discuss her inspiring journey in building her growing wedding photography business while maintaining a full-time job.

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207. $10k Wedding Series: Pricing Strategies to Double Your Prices NOW22 avr. 202500:22:28

In this episode, host Alora wraps up the 10K wedding series with her favorite topic: the three crucial pricing strategies every wedding photographer needs to charge 10K for weddings. 

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206. $10k Wedding Series: How to Attract Aligned Dream Wedding Couples Right Now21 avr. 202500:17:33

In this episode, host Alora discusses the current downturn in inquiries and how societal changes are affecting consumer behavior beyond the wedding industry. 

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205. How Jenn booked $38k in weddings in just two months17 avr. 202500:23:21

From Scientist to Full-Time Photographer: Jen's Inspiring Journey

In this episode, host Alora speaks with Jen, one of her recent alumni, about her rapid and impressive success in transforming her side hustle into a fully-fledged photography business. Jen shares her experience of booking weddings, raising her prices, and making the leap from a corporate pharmaceutical chemist to a full-time creative photographer. 

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