Capture and Craft with Jonathan Pajak

Creative funks can be so emotionally draining not only in the professional world but also as it carries over to your personal life. I alwasy find myself entering these during the tail end of wedding season and hate when it happens. So this year I took a point to write down the things that got me into that funk and how to avoid it the in the future. I hope you guys enjoy this episode and implement...

Often as wedding creatives, we shoot deliver and thats it. In todays epsiode I talk about my recently improved post delivery checklist. Everything I do once I click send on the delivery email to the client. I hope you guys enjoy this episode and implement this checklist into your business. My Favorite Social Media Scheduling App: Planoly |FOLLOW ME| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lensculture...

The off season is no time to dilly dally! In todays episode I talk about 10 things I am currently working on doing this off season to set myself up for success in my next wedding season. Some of these are known things and some are some extra ones you may not have thought of! Be sure to give the podcast a review if you enjoy it, thank you! Client Experience Episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...

Film photography is certainly making a comeback in a strong way, maybe it is because of influencers posting on the Instagrams, or because it is just plain beautiful! In this weeks episode I give my tip and advice on getting started with shooting film photography. I talk all about what cameras to buy, my favorite film stock and more! Be sure to give the podcast a review if you enjoy it, thank you!...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Link to Aftershoot to try it out! AI Editing with ⁠Imagine AI⁠ (500 Free Edits) AI is hitting us like our alarm clock in the morning! As a business owner it is crucial for us to constantly adapt and change with our industry to prevent us from being swept under the rug by potential clients. In this week episode I go over my top favorite AI tools and how I have implemented them int...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Link to video referenced in this episode: https://www.tiktok.com/@lensculture/video/7213151238878154026 Quick switch up here! This weeks episode was supposed to be about implementing AI into your business but with the recent viralness of my TikTok I wanted to pivot to a just as exciting topic. I have been posting on TikTok for over a year with minor to little success but finally...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Okay soo Let's talk color! Arguably the most important thing when creating your wedding films is the color, maybe second too audio. When we think of color from a photography perspective that and posing is a HUGE roll in being able to successfully market work that will book out your calendar. As wedding films continue to become more popular and desired it has always blown my mind...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Revisions are such a pain to deal with, especially when they can be completely avoided by asking the proper questions leading up to the wedding! Often I get asked how I am able to curate my wedding films so niche and specific to my clients on a film by film basis. In todays episode I go over all the steps and questions I take to get to know my couples and their film desires befor...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Rebranding is such a powerful investment in so many ways. For us as wedding professionals often our work can be overlooked by improper branding and representation. For the past 2 years I barely ever touched my website, I grew to hating my logo/brand. Enough was enough, I finally took the leap and hired a brand designer to help me rebrand Lens Culture Photography to Lens Culture P...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Wow, 18 months since my last podcast episode! I AM BACK!! In todays episode we talk about the number one thing that kills wedding photography/videography businesses, burnout and overbooking. In 2020-2021 I found myself experiencing both at the same time and truly had to dig myself out of a hole in my business. My goal in this episode is to help creators in my industry avoid falli...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Welcome guys to the 50th episode ever of the Lens Culture Podcast. For those that consistently listen to each episode I want to say thank you! Originally when I started this podcast it was solely to create validation around my photography business but shortly after I realized just how much I loved teaching and interacting with the community in this industry! So I just want to say...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 I want to warn you that I may get a-little heated in today's episode not at you guys but at myself for literally doing the things I am going to reference in this episode. I see it everyday young photographers and videographers holding themselves back from growing and becoming successful and honestly when I first started out I wish I was more open to listening to criticism. I hope...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Lighting a reception can be very frustrating! Figuring out where to place your lights, what setting to put them is a constant struggle for new photographers, well lets make that easier for you guys! In today's episode I am going over three different flash set ups that I have used in the past year. Also below you can access all the gear I use as well, enjoy!  Be sure to give...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Tik Tok can be a daunting app to figure out or even understand how to start! In todays episode I am going over what I did to start implementing Tik Tok in my social media routine! We cover how to start, what to post and so much more! Be sure to check out my Tik Tok for inspiration @lensculture.  Be sure to give the podcast a review if you enjoy it, thank you! HOW TO MAKE A T...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Guys I am pumped on todays episode because we are diving deeper into Rising your prices. If you were to ask my closest friends and or family they would probably all tell you I was always too scared to raise my prices and honestly for while they weren’t lying. In todays episode I wanna help you guys raise your prices while also understanding everything around it. When is the right...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 In today’s episode we are talking Instagram Ads! To some this may be daunting and scary but in todays episode I want to give you 3 simple quick ad ideas that you can run on Instagram and even Facebook by this weekend.  Running social media ads has always been a scary subject for me, I didn't want to waste my money or time, I hope this episodes helps you guys get over that ba...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Building the perfect wedding photography gear kit is an ever growing process, well unless you have a whole lotta money to put down from the beginning! The cardinal rule is to start small and work your way up, this is with gear and with price as well! In today's episode we are going to talk about in my opinion a must need kit for shooting a wedding solo and how to build a kit arou...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 I have said it about 100 times guys, become friends with other vendors in your area! Recently I have received a-lot of referrals and business from other wedding planners in my area, this gave me a great idea for this weeks podcast episode! I asked Delaney Driver with Wilder Mind Events to come on and talk all about vendor relationships with a wedding planner. I am currently on he...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Well that's a wrap! The three part mini series is over and I hope you guys enjoyed it! Filming a wedding is such a fun and exciting process, certain parts can be stressful but a majority is a blast! In today's episode I break down my post editing process or delivery. Delivery is usually the quickest part of the process because all the serious hard work has been completed thankful...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 I have talked A LOT about business, marketing, growth etc but In this month mini series I am going to break down exactly how I film a wedding from start to finish! This weeks episode is part two of a three part mini series. Today we are talking all about how I edit! I am breaking down my editing system, things I take into consideration and how I make every edit tell the story of...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 I have talked A LOT about business, marketing, growth etc but In this month mini series I am going to break down exactly how I film a wedding from start to finish! This weeks episode is part one of a three part mini series. Today we are talking all about how I actually film a wedding, I touch on the gear I use, how I structure the day and even down the the settings on my cameras!...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Who else is slacking so hard with seniors or other forms of photography besides weddings? I know I am! With weddings and large events virtually non-existent right now, I thought now would be a great time to have Samantha with Samantha Lowe Photo on to talk all about how you can get your foot int he door with senior portraits! From shooting to in person sales she breaks down how s...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Sayyyyyyyy whatttt! THE SONY A7Siii IS FINALLY HERE!! Guys, I can not tell you how pumped I am for this camera! In today's episode I go over all the features and specs of the new Sony Alpha 7 Siii. I explain why I think it is truly the best Sony camera for wedding filmmakers and why you should pre-order it today! Enjoy the episode!  |FOLLOW ME| Instagram: https://www.instagr...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Do you find yourself constantly having to turn down wedding because you are already booked? Well maybe it is time to hire on another lead shooter! On todays episode I have Amy and Eddie Roberts with Eagle Vision Photography explaining all about how they grew their photography company to a 5+ person team. The give great insight on mistakes others make as well as the steps to take...

WHATS UP GUYS! 🔥 Having a client experience that markets for you is a huge importance for me and my business in 2020. Often I talk about marketing strategies that require no additional money, and this is sort of one of them! In today's episode I talk all about the importance of an amazing client experience and what positive effect it can have on your clientele and business in the long run! Enjoy...