Bokeh - The Photography Podcast

Have you wanted to break into the pet photography niche, but struggle with capturing a pet's personality? In episode 172 of the Bokeh Podcast, Emma O'Brien shares her journey to becoming a pet photographer. Listen as she shares three big ideas that will help you better capture the personality of a pet. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Editing for the W...

Are you intimidated with growing your business on Facebook due to how overwhelming the advertising platform can be? In episode 171 of the Bokeh Podcast, Sarah Willey of Sarah Lynn Photography shares her approach to a successful Facebook marketing strategy. Listen as she discusses the importance of consistency and engagement, along with concepts to understand before you begin boosting posts. The Bo...

Have you wanted to get your work published on your favorite wedding blog? In episode 170 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nova Reid of Nu Bride shares how to shoot with a publication in mind, in order to capture the attention of blog editors. Listen as she shares what she looks for in photos submitted to Nu Bride. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Editing for the...

Are you tired of lugging heavy bags of gear to every wedding, sorting through endless equipment to find that one lens you were looking for? What if you could get rid of it all, and photograph a wedding day with just one lens?! Listen in to episode 169 of the Bokeh Podcast, as Kien Lam shares the big idea that enabled him to set all other gear aside (and the busywork that comes with it!) and focus...

Do you find it difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle while also running your photography business? In episode 168 of the Bokeh Podcast, Christopher Becker shares about his weight-loss journey and his path to healthier living. Listen in as he shares a few simple changes you can make to your daily routine that will allow you to live a healthier lifestyle, even with a busy schedule. The Bokeh Pod...

Do you find yourself stressed out while photographing a wedding?  In episode 167 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nathan, Haylee, Heather, and Rich discuss the steps they take to ensure a stress-free wedding day. Listen as they share their tips for successful wedding photography, from timeline planning to second shooters and more. The audio from Workflow Wednesday episodes is from our weekly Facebo...

Are you offering a photography service that not only stands out in your market, but also provides a luxurious experience for your clients? In episode 166 of the Bokeh Podcast, Charity Maurer shares the three components of her business that truly elevated her brand to the luxury level. Making these simple changes in your business will allow you to create a unique service in your market. The Bo...

Do your busy seasons leave you feeling overwhelmed, leading to burnout? Trust us, you're not alone! In episode 165 of the Bokeh Podcast, Debbie Neff provides tips on how to avoid burnout with just a few simple changes to your behaviors in business. Listen as she shares how to reduce stress, stay positive, & move forward when busy season comes around. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to y...

Are you doing everything you can to prepare for a successful day of wedding photography? In episode 164 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nathan, Haylee, Heather, and Rich share and compare the wedding day checklists that keep them on track. Listen as give tips for better client communication leading up to the wedding, and share their favorite outfits and snacks for those long days! The audio from Workflow We...

Do you dream of managing your photography business with your partner, but fear that it will cause complications in your relationship? In episode 163 of the Bokeh Podcast, Bob and Dawn Davis give us a closer look into how they've managed to successfully run a business together while keeping a healthy relationship. Listen as they share the important components of working with your partner. The Bokeh...

Have you created a professional representation of your brand through the thoughtful design of your marketing materials? In episode 162 of the Bokeh Podcast, Taylor Fisher of Taylor Jones Photography explains the value of cohesive design and branding for your photography business. Listen as she shares three steps to better design for you logo, website, and business cards. The Bokeh Podcast is broug...

Does keeping up with your social media fall low on your to-do list? In episode 161 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nathan, Haylee, Heather, and Rich share their workflows for selecting social media content from shooting to posting. Listen as they discuss current trends, hashtags, and tools for social media management. The audio from Workflow Wednesday episodes is from our weekly Facebook Live videos. Tune i...

Do you struggle with maintaining a healthy relationship while focusing so much time and energy into your business? In episode 160 of the Bokeh Podcast, Natalie Franke, co-founder of Rising Tide Society and Head of Community at Honeybook, discusses how she and her husband, Huey, have continued to thrive in their marriage during one of their busiest seasons. Listen as she shares three tips to proact...

Are you capturing art that your couples will want to display for years to come? In episode 159 of the Bokeh Podcast, Trynh Krajanowski shares her approach to creating fine art for her clients from taking the photo to post-production. Listen as she dives into her love for film photography and shares about her upcoming workshop in California this fall. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Ph...

Do you find it hard to be productive while working from home? In episode 158 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nathan, Haylee, Heather, and Rich continue the conversation on ways to stay motivated and get work done while working from home. Listen as they compare their struggles in self-employment and how they've managed to overcome them. The audio from Workflow Wednesday episodes is from our weekly Facebook L...

Have you struggled to incorporate album sales into your portrait sessions? In episode 157 of the Bokeh Podcast, Rae Barnes provides ways you can help your client understand the importance of purchasing an album. Listen as she shares her step by step process for photographing, designing, and selling albums with every session.  The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit :&...

Have you considered building your business around your love for travel? In episode 156 of the Bokeh Podcast, Meghan Harrison explains how she and her family are visiting every national park this year while she works as a traveling photographer. Listen as she shares three principals to becoming a successful travel photographer.  The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photograph...

Are you prioritizing education in new business strategies and skills? In episode 155 of the Bokeh Podcast, Morgan Taylor shares how education can develop management and leadership experience. Listen as he provides his favorite resources to expand your knowledge in business and creativity. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Editing for the Wedding an...

Are you afraid of confrontation? As business owners, sometimes we’re faced with difficult conversations. In episode 154 of the Bokeh Podcast, Meredith and Jason Ryncarz share the importance of understanding how to approach a problem and how to have hard conversations. Listen as they provide steps to resolve conflict and prepare you to calmly handle any situation you face. The Bokeh Podcast is brou...

Do you have problems managing your finances while running your photography business?  In episode 153 of the Bokeh Podcast, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Michael Klipper shares what mistakes you may be making that are keeping you from having a financially healthy company. Listen as he shares the biggest struggles photographers face with money and three steps to proactively manage your fina...

Do you ever want to give up on managing your social media accounts? In episode 152 of the Bokeh Podcast, Alex Gray shares her heart behind keeping her work up to date on social media. Listen as she provides 3 practical tips to simply, yet effectively utilize social media. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Editing for the Wedding and Portrait Photographe...

Do you lose motivation throughout the day while working from home? Maybe you get distracted by other things you could be doing. In episode 151 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nathan and Haylee discuss their own struggles in self-employment and how they've managed to overcome them. Listen as they provide their favorite ways to stay motivated and get work done in their day to day responsibilities. The audio f...

Is the amount of time it takes to blog your sessions keeping you from maintaining an updated portfolio on your website? In episode 150 of the Bokeh Podcast, Ebby Lowry walks through her process for efficiently culling, editing, and blogging her sessions. Listen as she shares her favorite tools to manage her workflow. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Ed...

Are you longing to make connections and build relationships with other photographers in your community? Fulfilling that sense of belonging in any industry is invaluable. In episode 149 of the Bokeh Podcast, Latoya Dixon Smith of the Queen Photographers shares how she grew her Facebook group of 30 women in South Carolina to an international collaborative of black women photographers around the...

Do you struggle with naturally posing your clients while also matching their personality? As photographers, we often have to read our clients to know what works during a session. In episode 148 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nathan, Haylee, Heather, and Rich discuss the importance of creating an enjoyable experience during an engagement session that doesn't feel stiff. Listen as Rich Smith shares his favor...