Silo Creative Podcast

Ever wonder how a styled shoot comes together? Austin goes through our process step-by-step of why and how we pulled off our first large scale styled shoot. We learned a few things, and hope you do too! If you're planning one yourself, start here. READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that sends you monthly inspiration, sneak peeks at our next events, and more! 📬 Sign up: https://mailchi.mp/f6e0...

Austin & Devon discuss the inner workings of what working with Silo is like, from marketing flow to how we ground ourselves in our day to day work. Devon tells his stories about how he got involved and how creativity has changed his life to a point where he is now working full time freelance in his preferred field. See Devon's work here: https://www.instagram.com/devonlinvillemedia/ THIS E...

90% of the battle you face in getting started is getting over yourself and your ego. Gavin & Austin unearth barriers in their lives that prevent them from feeling fulfilled, happy, or accomplished, so you can get ahead by getting out of your head. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY RUNE&ROOK PHOTO! Book your session today!https://www.runerook.com/about/ READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that se...

Sarah Benner is a luxury wedding photographer in the Philadelphia, PA. area. In this episode, Sarah shares her 15 years of industry experience, emphasizing human connection and authentic experiences - which is so counter cultural to how weddings have been moving towards high production events. If you are a younger wedding photographer, this conversation is for you. See Sarah's work here: https...

Caleb Robertson is an accomplished filmmaker and author from York, PA. In this episode, Caleb & Austin wrestle with seasons of struggle and lack and work to decipher where in their stories lies the HOPE that we all desire. Hope is an important through line that connects humanity, so representing it well comes with immense weight. READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that sends you monthly inspir...

Helen Tafesse is an outstanding creative director and visionary in Lancaster, PA. She believes people are starved for genuine connections and because of this, Helen is passionate about creating spaces and moments where people feel curiosity, joy, and connection that reminds them of deeper things that actually matter. We explore the complexities of human emotions and the REAL secret to maturing as...

Gavin & Austin dig deep into Silo's past, finding moments where we learned about ourselves, processes we utilize today, and where 2024's word of the year, "PACE" came into play before we realized it needed to be a centerpiece of our year. Don't do everything at once. Focus on what's in front of you. READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that sends you monthly inspiration, sneak peeks at our next...

Emil Rodriguez-Powell is a studio co-founder, senior portrait photographer, and someone who has a rich understanding of her purpose in the creative space. In this episode, we discuss deep burnout, ways to recover, and what it's like to run a photography studio in Pennsylvania. See Emil's work here: https://www.instagram.com/sliceoflimephoto/ READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that sends you monthl...

Devon and Austin peel back the curtain on what building a creative community and providing resources to local creatives actually looks like. We answer YOUR questions about Silo, community, and backend workflow that supports our mission and vision moving into the future. See Devon's work here: https://www.instagram.com/devonlinvillemedia/ READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that sends you monthly in...

It’s so important that we consider the client’s perspective when we offer services they need. Ava specializes in giving a personalized experience for every person she serves. She also shares how working full time and still working over 15 weddings a year is a struggle, how to maintain and balance that massive workload, and what gear she uses to pull it all off. See more of Ava's work here: https:/...

Pete Rodriguez is a phenomenal brand expert and designer from Lancaster, PA. Over the past few years, he has been able to work with some of the largest influencers, brands, and speakers from around the country. With all of his experience collaborating, he has refined his skills and process enough to want to share his knowledge and help creative service providers and entrepreneurs who are ready to...

Kelly Warren is an actor, singer, yoga instructor, and so much more. In this episode, we talk through her complex emotions on her talents, how to balance work and life, and what it looks like to be in front of a camera more often than most people find comfortable. See Kelly’s work here: https://www.instagram.com/kellywarren1231?igsh=MThzY3RsODV1bjZlOQ== READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that send...

When you are faced with adversity, how will you respond? Do you fight, flight, or freeze? As creatives, your response shows a lot about how you create. Join Gavin & Austin as they explore the process of staying true to yourself in moments of doubt, and how we break through the noise of everyday life to become better humans. READ OUR NEWSLETTER FOR CREATIVES- that sends you monthly inspiration,...

Sam produces some of the highest-quality work I've ever seen. She's dedicated to celebrating others and making them feel confident in their own skin. Sam's unique history brought her to where she is today, and learning how she built her business from the ground up is an inspiring story that will bring value to your own photography journey. See Sam's work here: https://www.instagram.com/rune_rook T...

Alana Yoder is an incredibly talented wedding photographer in Lancaster, PA. Her deep editing tones, welcoming personality, and ability to get to know the real person in front of her lens are all qualities that bring her to the front of my mind when I think about stand-out photographers near me. What I found really interesting during our conversation was how she built her business on the firm foun...

Cameron Broadhurst is a videographer & marketing strategist for Taylor Chip, a nationwide distributor of family recipe cookies that have gone viral online to the tune of millions of views and thousands of sales consistently. We discuss the ingredients of a viral post, how story is king in marketing, and how fitness and creativity go hand in hand. See Cameron's work here: https://www.instagram....

I spent some time reflecting on Silo's past and future before we posted our latest event announcement - a collaboration between Silo and a local baseball stadium where we'll be taking photos amidst over 3 million holiday lights. 3 points came to my head about this journey so far.

We're back with another season & it's our best one yet! ⚡️ From actors to designers, I have conversations with some of the most thoughtful and impressive creatives in our area. You better have your notes ready, because every episode is going to bring enormous value to your creative passions/businesses! Tune in every Thursday at 6am this fall!

Up to this point, sharing in-depth about our community events was not something we did online, we thought it wouldn't interest anyone and no one cared how we put these things together. But, then we found other community builders. Everything changed. Join Austin as he explains his process and expectations with executing big ideas bringing creatives together in Pennsylvania. Join our newsletter...

Creatives can either get lost in all the work they have to do or drown in silence of 0 new inquiries. Austin takes time between seasons to discuss how your mistakes define your art. Every failure is an opportunity to grow and learn , it's up to you to decide to take it personally or use it to your advantage. Get out there and make mistakes. Find us on the web: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Austin's...

Simple habits such as being kind to others are often overlooked in the creative landscape - viewing another creative as competition only further divides our community, and yet it's something that is so ingrained in our culture today. How can we be different and change this in our community? In this episode, Austin lays out the future of Silo, recaps events on the horizon, and prepares for the...

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of putting together our "Capture" events? Austin discusses his thoughts leading up to the event, answers community questions, and recaps what he learned from Spring Capture (there's a lot.) Find us on the web: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Austin's IG⁠ ⁠Austin's Website⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna see more videos like this? ⁠Watch On Youtube⁠ Wan...

Find new ways to connect and bring depth to your relationship with your audience through podcasting. It brings such a unique and needed path to the digital media landscape and we think there's still so much to unlock. Join Gavin & Austin in discussing the art of slower living and the benefits that come with changing the pace of our lives. Find us on the web: Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Austin's IG...

What happened to everyone's favorite red-headed Silo founder this year??? We know you have a lot of questions. In this episode, Gavin & Austin unpack what the last 14 months have been like, how life affects work, and what married life looks like for 2 dudes trying to chase after purpose in their mid-20s. It might be different than you think! Find us on the webz: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ins...

This one is special. Helen Tafesse, a local creative director & overall creative powerhouse, speaks on her experience of putting together her curriculum for this past year and what led her to where she is headed in the future - the unknown. Explore Helen's story and her artist pillars, but the important of all, knowing how to finish well. The audio for this episode had gotten very distorte...