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Hi! This episode is being held with one of the most talented and creative photo directors! She has worked with companies such as The Mrs. Box, Minted and Valuspa and has been recognized and featured in magazines like Martha Stewart Weddings and Vogue. She styles and directs photo shoots and is best known for her textured patterns, clever play […]
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One of your closest friends has asked you to be her maid of honor. Don’t be intimidated. Embrace this special time in your friend’s life, and show her how much her friendship means to you. You may be asked to throw the bridal shower, plan the bachelorette party, and provide emotional support to the bride. […]
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Jose Villa is a phenomenal film photographer whose work has been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, Grace Ormonde, Brides, The Knot…and the list continues! But what I love about this guest his generous approach to teaching, to photography…and to his relationships. He has been named as one of the top 10 wedding photographers in the […]
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Recently, I’ve found myself having more and more conversations about what I do…but not in the sense of the camera, but in the realm of relationships. When I speak about photography, I always tend to gravitate toward the specialness of my occupation in terms of love and life. Shooting, for me….is a challenge. Not only […]
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It’s hard to say what my favorite aspect of photography is. My instinct would be to say that it’s the creativity, the art and the desire to constantly challenge myself and reach new limits. But as much as I LOVE the final product, I may actually love the process more. After all, most of the […]
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I’ve spoken before about the wonderful Valerie Metrijean, owner of Southern Fete, an incredible wedding planner here in Lafayette, LA. I’ve had the opportunity to work with Valerie for the first time, during Summar + Stewart’s wedding and then again on New Year’s Day for Brandy + Steve’s wedding. Since working with Val, I have […]
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When I opened my email yesterday, this is what I read: Catherine, It was a pleasure to meet you and see you in action at my son Stewart’s wedding.. I can’t express enough how beautiful your presentation on your blog was of their wedding. Your written works made me feel as if I was living that […]
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There are only a few people in my life….only enough to count on one hand that have TRULY affected my life. These people aren’t necessarily the ones that I see everyday, but they are the ones that have left an impression on my heart…the ones that impacted me enough so that I can say they […]
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You’ve just gotten engaged, and you’re ready to have the perfect wedding. Although I’ve yet to be married, I can only imagine the overwhelming sense of excitement and anxiousness! Personally, I know I would want to have the ability to enjoy every minute of my wedding day, and so should you. Have you considered hiring […]
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Prepare to be inspired as we journey through the captivating world of award-winning artist and passionate photographer, Elizabeth Messina. A master of intimate portraiture, Elizabeth has honed her craft to create powerful, intimate images, where the essence of her subjects shines through. Starting with photographing friends and family, Elizabeth has grown as an artist, overcoming […]
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The decision to scale a photography business is not one to be taken lightly. There are several factors to consider, and many photographers grapple with the question of when and how to expand. The latest episode of our podcast tackles this topic head-on, providing insights from successful professionals who have successfully scaled their businesses. One […]
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There are a lot of differences between zoom lenses and prime lenses, especially in photography. Knowing the differences between the lenses will help you decide which lens is best to use in the different types of situations that may come up in your wedding photography business. When deciding which type of lens to shoot with, […]
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During my 15 years of wedding photography, I have tried quite a few different styles of camera bags for carrying my equipment to a wedding. I know that it is a personal choice and it really needs to meet the needs that you have! I can’t make the decision for you, but I can help […]
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When I switched from doing my wedding photography business part time to full time, it was scary! I felt a lot of anxiety about it. There was a lot of planning and strategies involved. I can identify with the uncertainty and questions you may have about making the decision to transition. First and foremost, you […]
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Determining your base pricing for your wedding photography business is so personal and can get really complex. Before I go into a lot of detail about pricing, I want you to know that there is a free pricing guide available in the description for you to download. I am going to go over the factors […]
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