Matt McGee is a Nashville Tennesee based Underwater Fashion Photographer. Matt works with models underwater to create beautiful dreamlike and ethereal images. Today Matt talks about the challenges of working with models underwater, how to create a vision for your image, and easy ways you can dip your toes in and get started.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Matt got started in underwater photographyWhat Matt struggled with most when he started shooting underwaterThe process of working with models underwater safelyHow to keep your equipment safe underwaterHow to light a scene with strobes while shooting underwater or in a poolHow to get started without making a major investmentOne big mistake Matt made while shooting underwater that destroyed his cameraResources:Underwater Fashion Photographer Matt McGee’s websiteFind Matt on InstagramJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Summer is here and that means there’s an abundance of memories to capture and save. Today I’m going to share the 4 elements to capturing better summer memories to remember for years to come without being hyper-focused on the camera.The 4 Elements of Capturing Better Summer Memories#1 Prepare: Theres a fine line between capturing everything and being present in the summertime activities. That means you’re going to miss some photos and you have to be ok with that! Make summer time photos a game. Give your self a rule like Only one camera and one lens for the whole summer.#2 Capture: Focus on just two photography elements this summer to skyrocket the quality of your photography. Composition and Action. Focusing on these two aspects of photography will force you to think quickly during the fast-paced summertime activities.#3 Edit: The majority of the photos we take are in the 3-4 months that are summer, so you need to have a system to organize your images so they don’t get lost. I choose to orginize my family photos by year and month. That way I don’t have a million folders called “Kids at the Park”. Next, you want to spend your summertime enjoying the summer and not stuck behind a computer editing. Download my 52 Free Lightroom presets today to speed up your editing and unlock the full potential of your summertime images. www.FreePhotographyPresets.com#4 Share: What good are summertime memories if you cant share them with family, friends, and your future self. Do yourself a favor and have your photos printed at your local big box store or make a summertime book within Lightroom and have it printed by Blurb.Resources:Download your FREE 52 Lightroom Presets NowJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Ramzi Mansour is a Cape Town South Africa-based Portrait and Fashion photographer with a strong focus on the classic look of black and white portraits. Today Ramzi talks about uncovering the true beauty within your subject to capture an image you’ll be able to connect with for a lifetime.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Ramzi got started in photographyThe struggles of learning photography self-taught and mistake Ramzi madeRamzis biggest photographic inspirationThe simplicity of Ramzi’s compositions and photographsWhy Ramzi shoots primarily in Black and white and the challenges over shooting in colorHow Ramzi is making a difference and giving back with his photographyResources:Cape Town Fashion Photographer Ramzi Mansour’s websiteFollow Ramzi on InstagramJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityDownload my FREE Lightroom Presets!Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Rachel Greiman is a Denver based documentary family photographer and copywriter for photographers. Over the years Rachel has helped hundreds of photographers to craft words on their websites that stand out rather than blend in. Today Rachel shares some tips for family photography and copywriting for photographers.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Rachel got started in photographyThe hardest part about photography for Rachel to learn when newWhy Rachel focuses on Family Documentary PhotographyHow Rachel got her start in creative copywriting and some common mistakes photographers make with the words on their websitePremium Members Also Learn:All the things wrong with the words on my own website and simple fixes that sound way more me.Why Focusing on SEO might not be the best strategy for your homepageHow to layout the navigation on your website to guide visitors on the right journeyResources:Photography Copywriter Rachel Greiman’s websiteRachel’s Copywriting for Photographers DIY Guide : Get 15% off with promocode “Beginner15”Rachel on InstagramJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Quincy Worthington is a Munster Indiana-based photographer who has become a staple in the Beginner Photography Podcast community for his quick wit and helpful advice. Still new on his own photography journey Quincy share how hes able to learn and adjust quickly to take better photos.Resources:Quincy’s WebsiteFind Quincy on InstagramJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!Free Lightroom Presets!Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Angie Rose and Gina Brocker are Boston Massachusetts-based Wedding Photographers with an eye for the moment. Having shot hundreds of weddings they know first hand what it takes to capture beautiful moments and how to create a space for moments to happen in front of the camera. In today’s interview they share just how they are able to reveal the narrative of a wedding day.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Gina and Angie first got started in photography and what struggles they faced in the beginningWhy Gina didn’t even consider shooting weddings for the first few years into her photography journeyWhat has changed the most about their photography since they got startedThe importance of storytelling in your imagesWhy Story trumps perfectionHow to ensure you’re in the right place at the right time so you don’t miss the moment.Premium Members Also Learn:What Angie and Gina are doing today to market their businessesA great SEO strategy when it comes to blogging which will not only save you hours putting together but rank you higher in google.The Importance of a mission statement for your business and how to build one for yourselfResources:Angie and Gina’s Documentary Wedding Photography Course, Revealing the NarrativeRevealing the Narrative on InstagramJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Dina Goldstein began her career 30 years ago as a photojournalist, evolving from a documentary and editorial photographer into an independent artist focusing on large-scale productions of narrative photography tableaux. Goldstein’s work has been the subject of academic essays and dissertations and has been covered extensively in media around the globe. Goldstein continues to independently produce works and show internationally at commercial and public galleries, art centers, festivals, biennales and museums.In This Episode You'll Learn:When Dina knew photography was going to be an important part of her lifeWhat Dina struggled with most when starting out in photographyWhy Dina left photojournalismWhere Dina got the idea for her staged project “Fallen Princesses”How Dina comes up with concepts for her different photo projectsThe struggle of choosing how to create which images for her various photo projects.Resources:Narrative Photographer Dina Goldstein’s websiteJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

This week I talk about how having a beginner’s mindset will set you up best for success and continued growth in your photography journey. I break down 4 tips that will help you stay as much of a beginner as long as possible.Tip 1: Do the OppositeGo against what you’ve been told to try something new. Use a wide angle lens and get close to your subject or use a telephoto lens and get really far away so your subject is small in the frame.Tip 2: Do what others won’t, to take photos like others can’t.Last year I interviewed Shane Balkowitch photographers using an almost 200-year-old method to capture images. He doesn’t do it because it’s easy and because so few shoot wet plates he has quickly made quite a name for himself.Tip 3: Change Your RythmWhen you start to feel bored of your photos like you’re taking the same photo over and over again producing the same images, change up your style and allow yourself complete creative freedom in your editing. I use many of the  52 Free Lightroom Presets we offer to go crazy on an image just to see different possibilities.Tip 4: Share your PhotosBeing open and sharing your image may feel scary but it’s the best way to learn and grow from others who have come before you to get valuable feedback. Resources: Download our 52 Free Lightroom PresetsJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Steven’s Wallace is a Banff and destination wedding photographer with a passion for film photography. Today we talk about Steven’s love of film, why the film vs digital debate is garbage, and great tips for new photographer looking to get started in film photography.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Steven got into photographyWhat Steven struggled with most in the beginning and how he overcame itHow Steven started shooting weddingsWhy the film vs digital debate is uselessStevens film photography workflowHow Steven edits film and digital photos together to create a cohesive lookWhere to develop your own filmSome great beginner cameras and films to start withResources:Banff Wedding Photographer Steven Wallace’s websiteRead why Steven loves shooting filmStudioc41 PodcastSteven Wallace on InstagramJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Miquel Quiles is a portrait and beauty photographer, educator, and Sony Artisan. Miquel has a unique style of both photography and education. Miquel can break down complex photography topics into easy-to-understand bite-sized chunks that anyone can learn from. Today Miguel and I talk about the struggles of being a photographer and how to slow down and make it simple.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Miguel got started in photographyWhat was the most difficult part of photography to learn when getting started and how he overcame itBeing a sony artisan vs gear doesn’t matterHow Miguel’s images have transformed since getting started in photographyOne piece of gear Miguel thought he needed but never uses.Premium Members Also Learn:How to know when Working for Exposure is worth itWhat is a forward agreement and what it can do to grow your businessThe #1 way new photographers sabotage their sales and what to do insteadResources:Beauty and Portrait photographer Miquel Quiles’ websiteFind Miquel On YoutubeJoin me for a LIVE webinar with Phillip and Elieen Blume on how you can maximize your mini sessions.Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Jim Sinicki is a Milwaukee WI based family and senior portrait photographer. After more than 2 years in the Beginner Photography Podcast Community, Jim has carved out his own space for sharing and helping others. In this interview, Jim and I talk about how he got stared, why he loves photography so much, and how his work has changed in a short amount of time.Resources:Jim’s photography websiteFind Jim’s photography on FacebookJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Phillip and Eileen Blume have spoken on the photography world’s biggest stages about helping photographers earn a living with their camera. After a rocky start in photography that almost bankrupted them, they discovered how powerful the mini session could be when just starting out and even in an established photography business. Today Phillip shares what they did for his business and what it can do for yours too!In This Episode You'll Learn:How Phillip went from high school English teacher to one of the worlds most respected photography educatorsWhy Phillip and Eileen transitioned to minis after shooting weddings for yearsWhy mini sessions are so good for new photographers looking to grow their portfolioHow to shoot with intention and get the poses you needHow to find the balance between posed and candid shotsPremium Members Also Learn:How to build trust to grow your business fasterHow to increase profits AND make happier clientsWhy sending a gallery link will kill sales and excitementResources:Download the Maximizing Mini Session eBookJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Scott Strazzate is a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist with more than 30 years of experience shooting for publications like the Chicago Tribune and the San Francisco Chronicle. Scotts Book “Common Ground” is a 2 decades-long exploration of a piece of land that transitioned from Homestead Farm to Sprawling Suburbs. Today we talk about the long-term project, what to look out for, and ideas for you to start your own long-term project. Key Takeaways:Scott narrates his experience starting in photography, from his interest in childhood till he took up photography as a full-time job, rather than staying in the family business.Not having to face criticism in the early stages of his career was an advantage in a way, as Scott notes it may have discouraged him from pressing forward. On the other hand, less knowledgeable people appreciating his work kept him going.Studying the photography of other professionals also played a major role in keeping him motivated and inspired.The brightest spot of an image is usually where your eye goes first, and you can learn to control in a split second, how to compose an image that is pleasing to look at. Scott describes the importance of focusing on creating images after gaining in-depth knowledge about your gear, rather than always trying to get new gear hoping to become a better photographer.Having to overcome the fear of interacting with people became paramount, as this was a challenge that came with expanding from sports photography.Scott narrates in detail, events leading up to his "Common Ground" photography project, with no initial plan to create it, as well as the emotion and serendipity surrounding the project. He notes that to date, it is the major work he is known for, and was a personal project rather than a product of affiliation with any paper.I tell photographers that if they want to do a book that people would enjoy, they should take photographs of one block or storefronts, make prints of these, and put them away for years, when these come out later, they will be greatly appreciated.Repetition is something that I always look for in photography, I think it's fascinating, and a good way to make a compelling image. If you can have one of something, two is better.Three acts in a photo story: A beginning, a middle, and an end. When doing a photo story you want this: a cat climbs up a tree, someone shakes the tree, the cat gets out of the tree.Scott describes a major challenge with photojournalism being having to leave people's lives when the story is over especially because you may not be able to continue to just hang around, even if they would want you to. Resources:Scott Strazzante’s websiteScott’s Prints for saleLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

In this episode of the podcast I break down the top 3 ways you can get to know your camera better to be best prepared for them the moment arises.In This Episode You'll Learn:Read the Manual - Learn things you never knew your camera was capable of!Spend a few hours with the camera shooting - Get to know the tool you use to capture the world and blur the line between visualization and capture!Ask WHY you feel limited - When you know the limitations of your camera you know how to best use your camera.Resources:Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Vanessa Joy is an award-winning wedding photographer with more than 20 years in business. In 2020 she was named one of Canons Explorers of Light. An exclusive position reserved for photographers who have dedicated their lives to the craft. Today she talks about how she almost chose a different career path and what it was that brought her back to photography.Episode Timeline:Vanessa describes her early interest in photography, and when she knew that photography was going to play a big role in her life.Vanessa shares personal shots from her early days in photography.What influenced your preference for portraits in photography?About Vanessa's plans to move to Texas.Vanessa was announced as one of Canon's Explorers of Light.Is there anything Vanessa thinks new photographers should know?Premium Members Also Learn:The marketing efforts that have worked for Vanessa in New York over the past 20 yearsWhat marketing efforts Vanessa is using now to build authority when she moves to TexasKey Takeaways: The passion had always been there for photography, the realization that it would be a full-time career much later.Highlighting the benefits of her photography career, Vanessa talks about the love for it and the freedom to plan her schedule.Vanessa describes the drive behind her preference for portraits. In a lot of ways, I think I enjoyed photographing people in how I felt, so photographing people is a little bit of photographing them but a lot of expressing who I am.Combining two styles of portrait photography, one where every aspect of the picture is controlled with one where things are allowed to be more natural is possible, and do not have to be mutually exclusive.When you first start in photography it is understandably necessary to try many styles and then hone in on a particular one, but as you get better in that aspect, you get bored and have enough control of your craft to try other things and expand your photography interests while maintaining your brand.Discussing Vanessa's move to Texas, she noted some key differences regarding the technique in her photography.Asides from her technical know-how with the camera, another point Vanessa attributes her Explorers of Light announcement to, was her ability to find simple uses for the camera for the average person, knowing that the company would need that kind of market to make sales on a large scale.To new photographers: Gear doesn't matter, and should not stop you from being a great photographer, and as gear gets more expensive it's good if there's a particular reason. Just keep going at it, you have to love photography for the work itself because that's the thing that's your daily life, not the results.Resources:Austin Texas Wedding Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Eung Ju Kim (Sean) has become a staple in the Beginner Photography Podcast community since buying his camera in early 2018. Since then he has been sharing his work and it continues to develop and advance. His landscapes and beach scenes are simple and relaxing. Today we talk about what photography means to him and his plans to progress is photography in the future. Key Takeaways:Starting his photography career with nature sceneries was associated with hiking, which he did more often following a distressing break up with his girlfriend.Sean describes 'finding the beauty of what's there, either in an ugly chaotic scene or in my stage of sadness was the key to finding the true beauty of my journey.Looking back, Sean explains how with experience, he started being able to identify things he could have done differently in a picture and how to look out for such things.Sean explains the motivation behind intentionally creating images with huge surroundings, landscape and people by noting that when we focus on something bigger, our problems seem to be small. His Christian faith also played a role in this preference.Sean explains that he is bored with taking pictures of people, and is trying to figure out what he can add to it.The inspiration for Sean's photography is his Christian faith.For new photographers: Go to a library, read a bunch of books and even if it doesn't make sense, consume it, even if you don't practice it, over time things will start to click. Once things start to click, you will have more questions and you can go and read it again, then it will make sense, and you will gain mastery. Resources:Follow Sean On InstagramFlash in a Flash - Flash photography for beginners courseJoin The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!Episode Timeline:[02:20] Introducing today's guest, Sean Kim as he narrates the events surrounding his entry into photography.[07:21] How did the relationship between your photography and nature sceneries come about?[14:10] Looking back, from a technical standpoint, when did you start to notice the things you were doing wrong.[17:04] What differences have you observed between street photography and photographing people after creating rapport.[23:34] How do you achieve the concept of comfort in an image that looks sad?[33:24] Sean discusses his editing method.[34:40] What are you currently struggling with, in photography?[39:05] About Sean's book on the year 2020.[41:09] What inspires you to take photos?[47:19] When it comes to the technical side of photography, what Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

James Patrick is a Phoenix AZ-based commercial and fitness photographer. He has shot more than 500 magazine covers and today we break down what makes a cover photo unique and how to capture the concept.Episode Timeline:James narrates how he began his photography career.What was the main source of your photography education?How do you handle the concern that someone may take your photography style and compete with you after teaching them?What is the job description of a Fitness Photographer and how did you get into it?From a technical standpoint, what are you looking out for, that's going to make a photo stand out above the rest to be a cover shot?How do you come up with ideas for the photos that you need to capture?Starting out, was there a point where you had to just make do with your equipment because you didn't have the things you have today?Key Takeaways:Starting as a journalist, James had some misapprehension about photography as it did not seem very sustainable as a career choice, he was however open to different options while trying to figure out his passion.James describes how he learned by testing constantly and working as an assistant photographer, even though he already had his own jobs. Key principles gained as an assistant included photography techniques, project bidding, client communication, the general business process, and most especially how to work with subjects onset.There are two extremes of types of photographers, the overly technical ones who focus on measurements and precision when shooting, and the ones who rather feel their way creatively through their imagery. The latter appealed to him more, shifting his focus from taking great pictures which can easily be learned and done, to making images that work, and this became his brandAsk for help, the more you ask, eventually, people will start to give you help.A popular misconception James shared earlier on was that he had to be involved in many niches in photography to have enough jobs, ironically during the recession, he started to lose jobs because many clients would rather hire a niche specialist than a Jack of all trades. This nearly made him give up.Following the decision to be intentional about photography, questions that started to arise include: what work do I need to create? Who do I need to be working with? What images do I need to be in my portfolio? Who do I need to be working for? James describes the importance of overcoming his fears so he could call companies to find people that would be interested in his work.Addressing a common mindset that you need to recreate your portfolio before contacting companies about your photography, it is critical to understand that there is no perfect portfolio. You get better only when you show your work to someone and get feedback, without which you're just in yourLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Ellie McKinney is a North Carolina based wedding photographer who in her first year full time earned six figures. She attributes much of her success to being open, vulnerable, and taking a stand for a cause she believes in. In this interview Ellie breaks down how she sees the world through her lens and the elements she sees and helping her achieve so much success.What You’ll Learn:Ellie describes how she got into photography.Looking back at old photos, what are the things you think you would do differently?Elements of an Ellie McKinney photo.How do you ensure that you're able to get the interactions that you're looking for between a couple?Why do you think you've made a quick rise and success both in photography and business?What are those actionable things that you did that you think skyrocketed your success?Ellie describes her transition into full-time photography.Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Bryan Caporicci is an award-winning wedding and portrait photographer based out of Fonthill, Canada. In 2014, he was awarded his Masters of Photographic Arts (MPA) designation by the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC), making him one of the youngest Canadian photographers to receive this level of achievement.Bryan is the host of the  Business of Photography Podcast with over 2 million downloads. He teaches at workshops across North America, including industry-leading conventions and conferences such as WPPI, Shutterfest and Canada Photo Convention. Bryan is also the CEO and Founder of Sprout Studio.In today’s interview, Bryan talks about the key aspects of photography to focus on when just getting started. In This Episode You'll Learn:What is Clubhouse for photographersWho Bryan is and how he got started in photographyHis earliest struggles and how he overcame themHow to avoid overwhelm when just learning photographyWhat Bryan hopes to achieve by shooting film for personal workPremium Members Also Learn:What to focus on now to build a business foundationHow to leverage local relationships to build bookingsThe 3 most important pillars of stating a photo businessThe paradox of the growing heap and how it will help you better understand bookingsResources:Bryan Caporicci Wedding Photography The Business of Photography PodcastSprout Studio - All in one studio management for photographersStandout Quotes:"It was my marketing skills, just the fact that I looked at what I did as an entrepreneur...that's what got me to where I was". - [Bryan]"Take it a step at a time, I think that's probably the biggest mistake that I see photographers make, especially in those early days". - [Bryan]"That's when you become a good wedding photographer when you can look at things and go beyond the technical". - [Bryan]"Every overnight success is an overnight success 10 years in the making". - [Bryan]"The future is cheap if you pay for it now". - [Raymond]"Everyone wants success, no one wants to put in the work that success requires". - [Bryan]"Whatever gear you have, is all that you need right now". - [Bryan] Key Takeaways:"Clubhouse" is an audio-only social media tool, that allows people to connect either as photographers or with other professionalsBryan shares he has always had a passion for the business side of photography.His experience knowiLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Adam Taylor spent years as one of the top BMX photographers in the country before changing career paths to Real Estate and architecture photography. Adam found that he could grow his earnings by licensing the photos he took of high-end homes, to the cabinet, faucet, tile, and furniture manufacturers. Today Adam breaks down how to adopt the licensing mindset and start making more with your images in this interview.  In This Episode You'll Learn:How Adam got started in photographyWhat shooting BMX taught him about being a better business later in lifeWhat is licensingHow to license your photosWho to license your photos toThe differences between a real estate image and one you would shoot for a brand to licenseWhat gear you need for real estate photographyResources:Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Kimberly Irish is an Oconomowoc Wisconsin Based Wedding and Newborn Photographer and moderator of the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook group! Kim shares her story of how she got into photography, some of the challenges she faced with things like focus, and even how she made gear buying decisions. Resources:Kim’s WebsiteFind Kim on InstagramJoin the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group! Learn Flash in a Flash!Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

The second week of February is when we struggle most to keep going with our new years resolutions. Completing a 365 project (photo a day) was at the top of the list for many photographers. So I wanted to provide some inspiration and motivational tips to help keep you going strong! 5 Ways to Practice Photography At Home In The Cold Winter MonthsCarry your camera with you everywhere: Get a light and a comfortable strap to carry your camera around with you everywhere. You don’t need to feel any pressure towards taking photos. Just carry it for now if you wish to become more comfortable with having a camera on you.Review old photographs: Look through your images of the past year or so and pick out your favorites. Take note of why you love them and focus on going deeper with that in future sessions.Do an Hourly Challenge: There’s a saying “No matter where you are, there is always a great photo within 5 steps of you” Set a timer on your phone to go off every hour for a whole day and whenever it goes off, find that great photo wherever you are.Try something new: If you need inspiration but don’t want to look through a thousand photos on Instagram, you can use Lightroom presets on your own work to see different possibilities. You can download my most popular 52 Lightroom Presets for free, below!Start a long term photo project: Your photography will get proportionally better to how much work you put into it. Create a long-term project as a form of accountability and motivation to keep shooting.Resources:Join the Beginner Photography Podcast Daily Photo Challenge Group Download 52 FREE Lightroom PresetsLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Jen Pierce is a Columbus GA based Wedding and Maternity photographer. In just a few short years she went from hobbyist to 6 figure business that just opened up a studio, and she attributes her success to one thing, Authenticity. Today she shares how she got started, the struggles she faced, and how to be more authentic with your own images.In This Episode You'll Learn:[03:20] Jen shares the story of how she got started in photography.[06:40] Birth Photography as a major part of her work.[21:45] Can you describe your editing style?[26:56] How Jen was able to open her first photography studio in such a short amount of time[28:34] What advice would you give to a new photographer?[31:35] How small or big are the changes that you're making to your photography?[39:00] How to contact JenPremium Members Also Learn:The reason why Jen was able to go from hobby photographers to bringing in 6 figuresJens Step by step Instagram strategy to booking more clientsWhat Jen is doing today to market her photography business to attract new clientsResources:Jen Pierce’s websiteJen Pierce on InstagramLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Mike Wilhelm is a Filmmaker and co-host of the Video Maker podcast. Today Mike comes on to talk about getting started with video and how video is different from photography when telling a story.In This Episode You'll Learn:The power of storytellingWhat is a 3 act structureThe Fundamentals of telling a story in a single frameHow to push the envelope without going too farHow to tell a long term storyHow to come up with creative ideasResources:The Video Maker PodcastVideo Maker on InstagramVideo Maker on FacebookStandout Quotes:"I believe truly that video and photography is really all about stories, no matter what kind of work you're doing" - [Mike]"It really doesn't matter what kind of camera you have, if it can record images and sounds, it's good enough, you can do amazing things with almost nothing" - [Mike]"Editing is just about making creative decisions in the process of creating and removing pieces that don't need to be there" - [Mike]"The more pieces there are, the more things that will capture people's attention, the harder time they'll have to figure out what's actually going on" - [Mike]"Essentially what we're doing is we're just capturing our lives as photographers" - [Raymond]Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Jessica Bellinger is an Orlando Florida based wedding photographer and author of a new book called The Humility Paradox. Jessica had a rough start in photography that helped her to see that our life's purpose really boils down to how we treat people that are hard to love. She shares how that has affected the way her photography grew into what it is today.In This Episode You'll Learn:[04:45] When did you know that photography was going to play a major role in your life?[07:38] What do you think it is about photography that just makes you feel so passionate about it?[09:35] What were the things you were shooting when you were just at home?[11:45] Was there anything in particular that you struggled with in the beginning?[14:26] Jessica shares that one major area of improvement so far, compared to when she started, is her editing style.[20:19] About Jessica's book "The Humility Paradox" and her backstory [40:30] Who deserves to be a great photographer?[43:06] How to contact JessicaPremium Members Also Learn:How Humility has grown Jessicas BusinessThe struggle between being humble and also charging more than most photographers for your own workAn in-depth look into how Jessica uses Facebook ads to market her businessResources:Jessica Bellinger’s WebsiteJessica Bellinger’s book The Humility ParadoxJessica Bellinger on InstagramLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Sandra Garzon is a Kilkenny Ireland based photographer who joined the Beginner Photography Podcast Daily Photo Challenge last year. After completing her first year I wanted to have her on to chat about what she learned about photography after making photography a daily practice and how she grew as a photographer.Resources:Sandra Garzon’s websiteSandra Garzon on InstagramSandra Garzon on FacebookJoin the Beginner Photography Podcast CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Marc Silber is a 3X best selling author, photographer, filmmaker, and producer of the very popular Youtube series Advancing Your Photography, where he has interviewed scores of some of the biggest names in photography. This is his 4th time joining me on the Beginner Photography Podcast.He started out learning darkroom skills and the basics of photography at the legendary Peninsula School in Menlo Park, CA, in the '60s, and moved on to hone his skills to professional standards at the famed San Francisco Art Institute. Marc moved into teaching photography in workshops all over the country, he became renowned as an engaging and helpful speaker and coach, as his greatest joy comes from helping others. He loves adventure and you'll find him out backpacking surfing or snowboarding, or maybe just chilling, taking a walk through Carmel with his wife and Golden Retriever.  In This Episode You'll Learn:[02:15] Our guest for this week "Marc Silber", shares some insight on his recent efforts to reach out to budding photographers.[02:44] Marc points out that most photographers lack a technique for getting inspired, and shares his creative process.[12:58] From Marc's book "Advancing Your Photography": The 5 Stages of Photography[16:26] Where do you think most people get the visualization aspect wrong?[27:55] The biggest struggle with Composition is a lack of "Center of interest".[34:00] Marc explains the commonest goal among photographers. [49:47] How can we dive deeper into the artistic realm of photography?[54:07] Discussing the concept of mentorshipResources:Marc Silber’s WebsiteMarc Silber on youtubeMarc Silber on InstagramMarc Silber on FacebookLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Now that we are in a new year, this week I sit down and brain dump some thoughts on how to become a better photographer in 2021. Come join the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community to take part in Photo Minute Mondays where I share a bite-sized photography video every Monday. Some weeks will be technical, others theoretical. Some weeks will be educational while others will have actionable challenges.Resources:Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook CommunityLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

2020 Brought us many interviews from some of the best photographers on how they see and capture the world. Today we hear the continue the conversation and hear from 6 more photographers on the importance of community and the real power of your camera.Ashley MarstonGary CrabbeHeather LahtinenRhea WhitneyJoseph CulticeJon SoohooLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

2020 brought us many great guests who shared their insights as to how they see the world and continue to make a difference with their cameras. In this episode, we hear from 6 amazing photographers who share some of their best tips and tricks to getting eye-catching photos.Seth MirandaSeth BrownMary Fisk-TaylorPierre LambertCris DuncanJenny SteinLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

In this episode, we explore the 1 thing that’s holding you back from growing as a photographer and how you can overcome your biggest obstacle to grow in 2021!Resources:Become a premium member to join the Plan Your 2021 Marketing Calendar Live Traininghttps://www.patreon.com/BeginnerPhotographyPodcastLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

It’s that time of the year where we slow down and reflect on the year past. The podcast has had a lot of growth this year and it is all thanks to you! Today I talk about the state of the podcast and your wins as well!Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Andrew Bernstein is a sports photographer with more than 40 years of experience shooting Basketball. Andy is a Naismith Hall of Fame Photographer and co-authored The Mamba Mentality with Kobe Bryant using Andy’s vast collection of images he captured over his 20-year basketball career.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Andrew Bernstein got started in PhotographyHow Andy got started photographing sportsWhat Andy learned in his long career photographing Kobe BryantHow working with high-level athletes has made Andy a better photographerHow photographing sports has changed over the past 40 yearsWhat Andy’s associate photographers must know before taking the court and shooting for him.Resources:Famed Sports Photographer Andy Bernstein’s websiteAndy Bernstein on InstagramAndy Bernstein on TwitterAndy’s Legends of Sport PodcastLegends of Sport on InstagramLegends of Sport on TwitterLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Alexis Meschi is a personal branding photographer who works with women business owners to create personalized branding assets to grow their businesses. In This Episode You'll Learn:How Alexis accidentally fell into photography and when she knew it was going to play an important roll in her lifeWhat Alexis struggled with most when starting outThe difference between marketing and branding photographyThe job description of a branding photographerWhat you need to capture to start building your personal brandPremium Members Also Learn:The most common objections from someone looking to hire a branding photographerHow to use branding assets and turn them into bookingsThe secrets behind Alexis’ top social media posts with the most engagementResources:Alexis Meschi’s websiteAlexis on InstagramAlexis on FacebookLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Heather Lahtinen is a wedding photographer and educator at the Flourish Academy. Today we talk about how to deal with overwhelm when getting started in photography and the simple mindset tips you can use to feel more motivated today!In This Episode You'll Learn:How Heather accidentally got into photographyWhat Heather struggled with when learning to use her cameraThe one mindset switch that will remove the overwhelm around learning photographyDealing with imposter syndrome and how to stand outThe difference between comparison and inspirationA mistake Heather made early one that set herself up better or successPremium Members Also Learn:How to break past the $100 per session mindsetHow to NOT lose all your clients when you raise your pricingHow to find and define your target client and how to get in front of themResources:The Flourish AcademyThe Flourish Academy on Instagram Flourish Academy Episode 73: How to deal with imposter syndromeHeathers Free Pricing guide for photographersLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Chris Grunder teaches photography at Sonoma State University and is a Director at the Bass and Reiner art gallery in San Francisco. Today we talk about contemporary art and the role that photography can play within it. This is a fun and deep theoretical conversation about why we shoot what we shoot. In This Episode You'll Learn:How Chris got into photographyHow failing at his first few dozen rolls of film pushed him to shoot moreWhat is contemporary artWhy Chris moved to New York to work with commercial photographers after getting his masters in fine artWhat makes up the difference between someone just started in fine art photography and an experienced artistResources:Chris Grunders WebsiteBass and Reiner Lightroom 101Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Dana Arnold is a soon to be Monterey California wedding photographer and Navy wife who has to pack up her business and move to a new part of the country every 18 months. Today she shares the challenges she faces when starting over every and how you can overcome them. In This Episode You'll Learn:How Dana got into photographyWhat Dana struggled with when learning photography and how she overcame itWhy Dana chose to shoot weddings over families or portraitsHow Dana developed her style and how you can tooPremium Members Also Learn:How Dana prepares her business for a move across the countryDana’s online marketing strategy and how she connects with potential clientsWhere Dana is spending money to guarantee bookings when she arrivesResources:Monterey Wedding Photographer Dana Arnold’s websiteDana Arnold on InstagramDana Arnold on PinterestLightroom 101Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Most photographers get into photography before they get into editing. So when we start editing our photos there are some pretty common mistakes most new photographers make but there are 4 here today that I think you need to make that will actually help you become a better photographer.Check out the show notes to see some of my FIRST DSLR photos taken back in 2007https://www.beginnerphotographypodcast.com/podcast/221 The 4 Editing Mistakes you MUST Make to Become a Better PhotographerMistake #1: Over SaturationIf a little extra color is good… a lot of extra color must be GREAT right?Mistake #2: Selective ColorSelective color make your images artistic right?Mistake #3: Not Taking Skin Tones SeriouslyYou mean every bride doesn’t want to look like zombie on their wedding day?Mistake#4: Not Culling my Photos EnoughIf its in focus, its getting delivered! Even if there are 29 of the exact same other phots. Join the Free Skin Tones Made Simple 5-Day Challenge!The free 5-Day challenge Starts Monday, Oct 26th. Click the link below to learn more and join!https://SkinTonesMadeSimple.com/Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Tori Wright is a model with more than 10 years of experience turned photographer. Her understanding of both sides of the camera has helped her grow quick and plant a foundation in the photographic community. Today we talk about the do’s and dont’s of working with models for new photographers. This Episode is Sponsored by The Contract Vault. Do your business a favor. Check out The Contract Vault. You’ll find all the photography contracts you need right at your fingertips. www.thecontractvault.com and use promo code BPP for 20% off your first month.In This Episode You'll Learn:When Tori knew she wanted to focus on photographyWhere Tori struggled most with technical settings when getting startedHow Tori’s experience modeling helped prepare her for photographyHow to pose modelsHow to reach out to models and what you need to tell them before they commitWhen to know you’re ready to work with modelsWhat is TFPWhat separates a good photographer from a bad photographer for models to work withPremium Members Also Learn:How Tori booked her first paid shoot as a photographerWhere you need to be to start booking shoots with modelsWhos pays the modelHow much to pay a model and what to give themResources:St Louis Headshot Photographer Tori Wright’s WebsiteFind Tori on InstagramThe Contract Vault - Save 20% off your month by using the code BPP at check outLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Kelly Lawson left her health care career of 7 years to pursue photography. Shortly after needing to take her own product photos for her business website did she fall in love with product photography. Today on top of shooting products for brands she is also teaching product photography to new photographers.This Episode is Sponsored by The Contract Vault. Do your business a favor. Check out The Contract Vault. You’ll find all the photography contracts you need right at your fingertips. www.thecontractvault.com and use promo code BPP for 20% off your first month.In This Episode You'll Learn:What was the hardest part about photography to learn when getting startedHow she got started photographing products and whyWhere to come up with ideas for product photography shotsHow to add expression and emotion to your product photographyCommon mistakes made by new product photographersPremium Members Also Learn:How Kelly got her first client, and how you can tooWhat Kelly is doing this week to market her businessHow to charge for product photography, and what to deliverResources: Kelly Lawsons’ Product photography masterclassKelly Lawson’s websiteKelly Lawson on InstagramKelly Lawson on PinterestThe Contract Vault - Save 20% off your month by using the code BPP at check outLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Mark Hemmings is a travel photographer and educator that just published his newest book iPhone Photography for Dummies. An all in one resource for those looking to take better photos with the gear they already have! Today Mark shares many tips on getting better compositions, what apps to use, and how to see light better.This Episode is Sponsored by The Contract Vault. Do your business a favor. Check out The Contract Vault. You’ll find all the photography contracts you need right at your fingertips. www.thecontractvault.com and use promo code BPP for 20% off your first month.In This Episode You'll Learn:How to take better photos with an iPhoneSome of the strengths and challenges when shooting with an iPhoneWhy there is room for mobile photography and professional dslr photographyHow to use composition to take better photos without changing your camera settingsHow to use your iPhone to capture the best momentsWhen you should NOT use an iPhone to shootResources:Mark Hemmings WebsiteMark Hemmings on InstagramMark Hemming’s iPhone Photography for Dummies BookLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Kim Beil is an art history lecturer and associate director at Stanford University. Kim’s new book “Good Pictures” chronicles 50 of the most important photographic techniques over the past 170 years of American photography. Today we talk about just a few of them and dive deeper into how the past mistakes and successes of photography got us to where we are today.This Episode is Sponsored by The Contract Vault. Do your business a favor. Check out The Contract Vault. You’ll find all the photography contracts you need right at your fingertips. www.thecontractvault.com and use promo code BPP for 20% off your first month.In This Episode You'll Learn:How the rules for taking good pictures are always shifting.How the Vignette came to beWhy foreground interest took the world by storm in the mid 1860sThe impact Kodak had on the photography industryWhy night photography wasn’t possible until 1890 and what were some of the major challenges.Why there was a swing from technical perfection to intentionally breaking long standing photography rules to create images in the 1950s and 60sWhy capturing Candids was looked down upon by many established photographers for almost a centuryWhat the future of photography looks like.Resources:Kim Beil’s websiteKim Beil on Instagram Buy Kims Book “Good Pictures”Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

 Gary Crabbe is an award-winning photographer and author living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Gary began his photographic career spending nearly a decade managing the image library for famed National Geographic photographer Galen Rowell. Since then, his own client and publication credits include the National Geographic Society, New York Times, Forbes Magazine, TIME Magazine, Victoria's Secret, The North Face, Sunset, L.L. Bean, Subaru, The Nature Conservancy, and The Carnegie Museum of Natural History to name but a few.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Gary got started in photographyThe hardest part about photography for Gary to learn early onWhat elements go into every great landscape photoThe tale-tell signs of an amateur landscape photoHow to start focusing on compositionWhat to do when the weather does not cooperatePremium Members Also Learn:How to start selling your landscape photosShooting on assignment vs Shooting personal workAll about licensing. How it has changed and how to charge for your workResources:Landscape photographer Gary Crabbe’s websiteGary Crabbe on TwitterGary Crabbe on FacebookGary Crabbe on InstagramLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Shane Balkowitsch is a wet plate photographer from Bismarck North Dakota. Prior to getting into wet plate photography, Shane had never owned a camera outside of his cell phone. Shane is currently on a mission to capture 1000 wet plates of northern plains native Americans. Shanes Wet Plate Process Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S86yNGXlpck In This Episode You'll Learn:What is wet plate photographyHow Shane got started with wet plate photographyHow wet plate photography worksWhere Shane struggled most when learning wet plate photographyTechnical challenges of exposing wet plate photographsWhy Shane stuck with Wet Plate Photography, knowing that digital photography is much quicker and eaiser to produce an image.Resources:Wet Plate Photographer, Shane Balkowitsch’s websiteShanes Instagram Balkowitsch documentary on AmazonLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

In todays episode of the podcast we breakdown the roadmap in which to learn photography. From buying your first camera to creating beautiful works of art there is a proven roadmap to follow to focus on what matters most.Premium Members Also Learn:The 4 photography business systems you need to take your photo business seriouslyResources: Online Video Training Course to learn Flash in a Flash with Discount code attached Earn Your First $100 With Photography Youtube Video Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Nicole Begley is a Dog and Pet Photographer based in North Carolina. Today we talk about some of the challenges of photographing our four-legged friends and how to master your session. We also talk about the business side of pet photography and how to market to pet parents. In This Episode You'll Learn:What Zoological training taught her about working with animalsThe hardest part about photography to learn when just starting outHow to get pets to cooperate for a shotThe difference between an amateur and a professional pet photoTips for posing your petPremium Members Also Learn:Why Nicole jumped into an unproven market of photographyThe best form of marketing Nicole has found to book new clientsWhat photography products pet owners are buying from the sessionsHow Nicole started booking sessions right away after moving to a new stateResources:North Carolina Pet Photographer Nicole Begley’s websiteNicole’s Pet Photography training website: Hair of the DogLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Wendy Yalom is a San Francisco based high-end personal branding photographer who discovered her passion of personal branding photography after shooting weddings for 10 years. Today we chat about why she chose to leave her successful wedding photography business to pursue an unproven path in photography. In This Episode You'll Learn:Why Wendy went to fine art school for photographyIf Wendy recommends going to school for photographyWhy Wendy left weddings after 10 years to pursue personal branding photographyThe difference between personal branding photography and a regular portrait sessionWhat Wendy needs to capture at every personal branding shoot to consider it a successPremium Members Also Learn:Why Wendy believes in niching down and is not worried about turning away clientsThe 4 Marketing Misconceptions every new photographer makesHow to market without sellingResources:High-end personal branding photographer Wendy Yalom’s websiteLearn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Gustavo Fernandez and a Corporate event photographer in San Francisco who started photography after leaving his job as a pharmaceutical rep. Having studied photography under world class wedding photographer Bambi Cantrel and Gustavo got into weddings for a number of years before discovering Corporate event photography. Today he shares why he made the switch and how hes able to make more money working less weekends.In This Episode You'll Learn:Why Gustavo felt so passionate about photography to leave his pharmaceutical rep job of more than 10 years to pick up a camera.How Gustavo organically discovered corporate event photography and how its similar to wedding photographyHow to overdeliver to your multinational publicly traded clientHow Gustavo turned $10 into $10,000Premium Members Also Learn:How to price for business to business eventsHow to use your website to book the job every timeWhy Corporate events are a better business than weddingsResources:San Francisco Corporate Event Photographer Gustavo Fernandez website Enroll in the Sharp Shooter Academy for 70% off!Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide!https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Start Building Your Dream Photography Business for FREE with CloudSpot Studio. And get my Wedding and Portrait Contract and Questionnaires, at no cost! Sign up now at http://deliverphotos.com/Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!