The Female Soulpreneurs - The #1 Podcast for Female Photography

Starting a photography business and not sure where to begin? In this episode of The Female Soulpreneurs, Leonie and Nami share 13 things they did on their photography journey that they recommend to every beginner photographer. They cover pricing, bookings, mindset, money and how to get your first clients. This episode is for you if: You’re a new photographer and don’t know where to start You keep...

Not sure which camera lens to buy first? In this episode of The Female Soulpreneurs, surf photographer Leo and portrait photographer Nami talk about the one lens every photographer should start with: the 50mm f/1.8, often called the "nifty fifty." It's affordable, lightweight and great in low light, and it's the only lens Leo uses for her surf photography. This episode is for you...

Struggling to know what to share on your Instagram stories as a photographer? In this episode of The Female Soulpreneurs, Leonie (Surfgirlnz) and Nami share 10 Instagram story strategies that help photographers build trust, increase story views and create a real connection with their audience, so followers turn into fans and, eventually, clients. This episode is for you if: You're a photograph...

How to Create Strong Client Galleries | Photography Business Tips Struggling with how many photos to put in a client gallery? In this episode, we break down exactly how to build client galleries that showcase your range as a photographer — without overwhelming your clients or burning hours on editing. We cover: ✔️ Why variety beats volume (and how to mix wide shots, close crops, candids, and posed...

This episode is for you if: Your photos don’t come out great when it’s early in the morning or late in the evening  You want to make the most of your photos when there’s not much light  You want to shoot intentional motion blur, not accidental What we cover in this episode: How to create more light with your camera in low light conditions  How to play it safe in low light conditions  How to use lo...

This episode is for you if: You've built a beautiful website that nobody actually finds You're relying entirely on Instagram and referrals for bookings You don't know what SEO actually means, just that everyone says you need it You've heard the term "keywords" and immediately tuned out You want to actually rank on Google instead of hoping people stumble on you What we cover in this episode: Why SE...

This episode is for you if... You've ever wondered what actually happens behind the scenes at one of our workshops You're dreaming about joining us in Raglan this October but aren't sure it's "for you" You love a good behind-the-scenes trip recap You're curious what "finding your tribe" really looks like in real life What we cover in this episode... Our full week in Australia - travel, prep, and t...

This episode is for you if You've ever discounted your prices out of guilt, not strategy You add "just one more freebie" to make a sale feel fair You feel weird charging what your work is actually worth You've compared your prices to someone else's and panicked - You want to build a business, not just a hobby that pays sometimes What we will cover in this episode: Why photogr...

This episode is for you if You've been eyeing a water housing but aren't sure it's worth the investment yet You love the ocean but feel intimidated or unsure about swimming in it You're curious what it actually takes to shoot surf photography, fears and all You think you need expensive gear to get started in photography You've ever felt like camera settings (ISO, aperture, shut...

This episode is for you if You often feel uncertain about what pose to direct next during sessions Your clients frequently ask if they look unnatural or "weird" You leave sessions feeling like you should have done better You're repeating the same 2-3 poses and feel stuck in a creative rut You panic during sessions hoping you're getting enough "safe shots" You're rea...

This episode is for you if You went viral and it felt terrible instead of exciting You're growing your audience but nobody is buying Someone has come for you online and you didn't know what to do with it You're scared to be visible because of what people might say You're building in public and wondering if the cost is worth it What we will cover in this episode: The real reason vir...

This episode is for you if You're spiralling because your best friend didn't like your latest post You feel betrayed when family members unsubscribe from your emails You secretly believe your inner circle should be your biggest supporters You're waiting for permission from people who love you (but don't get your business) You're ready to stop seeking validation from the wrong p...

This episode is for you if You've been told to "show up more personally" but have no idea what that actually means You feel like your business has become too polished, too systemized, too offer-driven You've got a story you know is powerful but you're scared to actually use it You're tired of content that performs but doesn't actually connect You want people to book you because of who you are, not...

This episode is for you if You've wondered where the line is between using AI as a tool vs. passing off AI work as your own You've seen the "is this real or AI?" debates happening in photography groups You're worried about losing client trust as AI tools get better You've used AI for editing or ideas and aren't sure if that's "cheating" You want a clear...

This episode is for you if: You've had a client demand their deposit back You've sent photos and heard crickets (ghosting) You realized mid-shoot or after that something went wrong You're terrified of a client saying "we hate these photos" You've been stiffed on final payment and didn't know what to do You want a game plan before disaster strikes What we will cover in...

This episode is for you if: You've been learning photography alone and wondering why you're not progressing faster You feel like you're going in circles — watching tutorials, buying courses, but nothing is clicking You're craving community but don't know where to find women who actually get it You've been curious about a workshop but keep talking yourself out of it You'...

⁠⁠DOWNLOAD the exercise sheet here: 5 Poses Every Photographer Needs This episode is for you if: You're booked for your first ever portrait session and have no idea where to start You've watched 50 YouTube tutorials and still don't feel ready You don't know what gear actually matters vs what's just hype You freeze up not knowing what to say to a client before the shoot starts Y...

This episode is for you if: You feel like you're always busy but never "done" You're always behind, always catching up You're having a hard time prioritizing tasks What we will cover in this episode: The balls we're juggling as photographers There's always more to do - the to-do list never ends Tips to prioritize your tasks ✨ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Spark community here ⁠ ⁠...

This episode is for you if: You can't believe we're already halfway through the year You haven't achieved the goals you set in January You feel stuck, behind, or frustrated with yourself You're struggling with confidence or imposter syndrome You want the next 6 months to become your breakthrough season What we will cover in this episode: This year is far from over  How small action...

This episode is for you if… you feel stuck with photography you don’t feel confident shooting yet you keep overthinking everything or you feel like everyone else is improving faster than you What we're going to cover: Why shooting consistently makes you better How repetition builds confidence How shooting helps you find your style How to create more work for yourself even if you don’t have cli...

From almost missing flights to losing passports in an uber at 1am, canceled cars and unpredictable waves… this episode is the full behind-the-scenes recap of our France workshops in Biarritz. ✨ ⁠⁠⁠ Join our Spark community here

This is for you if… • You stress about weather before every shoot • You don’t know whether to cancel or go ahead • You feel insecure about what to do if you need to cancel a shoot  • You feel like “bad weather” ruins your photos • You want to feel more confident shooting in any condition What we will cover in this episode: Our go-to apps for checking the weather When to reschedule a shoot and when...

This is for you if… You’re just starting photography and feel like your camera is “not good enough” You keep comparing your gear to photographers you admire You think upgrading your camera will make your photos better You feel stuck because you don’t have “professional equipment” What we will cover in this episode: Why your camera matters way less than you think The things that matter more than a...

This episode is for you if: You’ve ever dreamed of travelling as a photographer You’re unsure how to pack and manage your gear You want to know how to get clients overseas You feel like travel + photography is out of reach You want to create a life where you can work from anywhere What we will cover in this episode: How to actually travel as a photographer What gear we bring (and what we leave beh...

You’re showing up. You’re posting. You’re trying. So why aren’t you booking clients? In this episode, we break down the real reason most photographers aren’t seeing results… and it’s probably not what you think 🤍 If you’ve been feeling stuck, questioning yourself, or like nothing is working, this is the episode you need to hear. • You’re showing up online but not booking clients • You feel confus...