Get Your Shoot Together Photography Podcast

Social media has become a part of the everyday and part of the joy of that experience is the images that propel it. But another part of social media is the Flash in the Pan Effect: a sudden burst of excitement over an image and then the enjoyment of it fades as it falls off the algorithm. There’s seriously nothing like holding a physical print of your artwork in your hands, deciding where to place...

How good are you at controlling your face when faced with something that you deem less than great? This week the girls talk about times where their first reactions were not exactly the best reactions and ways we can adjust to give ourselves time to think. Congrats to Gretchen Ann Mura this week's $25 Retouchup Giftcard winner! Keep liking, sharing, subscribing, and reviewing for your chance t...

You don't earn the right to charge appropriately for your work! This week the girls talk about pricing based on panic over circumstances VS pricing based on sustainability. Learn techniques this week to establish your ideal client and how to plan your business around them. How do you create value without undercutting the competition and defacing your brand? This episode was written and perfor...

Getting your business set up to be the most profitable it can be is easier than you think. This week the girls discuss what Profit First, the profitability system created by Mike Michalowicz, is and how to get your finances set up and organized at any phase of your business. Whether you are just starting out or been in business for years, it's not too late to get organized for more profits. I...

How does one little thing turn exponentially bigger? This week, the girls talk about Kira's latest dive into madness with a poorly timed renovation project and why we take on the most things at the worst times. If you've got control issues, this is the episode for you! This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced and edited by Kira Derryberry.

Get your notebooks out kiddos, because Kira's talking fast about her favorite websites, apps, and software that she's using to to make being a one person shop a little easier. From online booking to marketing collateral design, get yourself set up for success this busy shooting season! Take notes and take back control of the chaos this week! This episode was written and performed by Mary...

Did you know there's a subscription for EVERYTHING? Toilet paper, personal shopping, smoothies, cat litter, there's something for everyone out there to make their lives easier. As client demands change, industries are changing to suit. What If you had to change your entire business model to something subscription based? Could you do that? In this episode, Mary and Kira talk all about wha...

ACT NOW OR YOU'LL MISS OUT! We are inundated with this type of messaging in our everyday marketing and for good reason. We don't want to miss out! Are you creating the right calls to action to encourage your clients to engage with your business? What incentives are you setting for someone to book with you now instead of when they get around to it? This week the girls discuss call to acti...

Mini Sessions are a great way to hit the holiday shooting season hard, but are you Mini Sessioning yourself right out of business? This week Mary & Kira discuss creating a mini session event that doesn't dilute your brand and won't limit your session sales. You can do a successful mini session event without giving away the farm. Listen in this week and get your shoots together for th...

It's so easy to get distracted by something shiny on Social Media, a phone call, an email. Productivity killers are everywhere these days! This week the girls tackle sifting through the noise and trying our best to get everything done and on time without falling asleep sitting up. Listen in this week, but for goodness sake don't stop being productive while you do!  Send us emails about a...

What sets you apart from the competition and how are you marketing yourself to stand out from the crowd? In this week's episode, Mary & Kira share ideas on how they market their brands, and maximize every opportunity to connect with current and potential clients. Listen in, and while you're at it, wish MFT a happy birthday! Send her a shout out at girl@getyourshoottogether.com and ma...

You are looking through a magazine and a stunning portrait catches your eye. You sit there, look at the catch light, size, position, the softness of the light, the rest of the scene. You start to pick pieces of it a part. Some pieces you feel like you know, some you just can't figure out how it was done. And you start to think, "Could I ever shoot something like this?" Or is it just...

So you say you're not a joiner? That's cool. But what if we told you that you are missing out on some of the best friendships, community, and education of your life as a photographer? Becoming a part of any photographic community is so much more than paying dues and member benefits. It's about collaboration, group learning, bonding through wins and failures, and sharing a common int...

No, we're not talking about your first apartment! This week is all about being more efficient in the photography studio. From air conditioning to gear, Mary & Kira talk about creating ideal studio spaces to suit their varied needs. Listen in and pick up some tips to make the most of the space where you create! This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry,...

They say the moment you stop looking for something, you find it. This week, Mary and Kira discuss that search for uniqueness and when it's time to take a step back and revaluate. It's all about personal style evolution, folks, and as it turns out, it's not even about you.  This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced and edited by Kira Der...

Constructive Critique from the right source can be an incredible learning tool, but are your ready to hear it? In this episode Mary and Kira discuss seeking out critique for your images and business from the right places and how you can apply that feedback. As always, be cautious with where you seek help and consider the source! This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira D...

Just because we are artists doesn't mean we have to be starving! Kira's just back from Capitol Hill where the Senate Judicary Committee passed the Case Act, something that Professional Photographers of America has been pursuing for over a decade. Listen in as Mary and Kira dissect the issue and discuss exactly what all the hubbub is about when it comes to creator rights. If you've e...

You've had the consult. You've done the planning. You've photographed the client. They are about to walk into your salesroom and you have no idea what they are going to buy! We've all been there. But what if you knew from that first phone call that your client just remodeled their living room and their kid was about to go off to college? What if you saw the wall beforehand? How...

The world of off camera light is vast and wonderful, and hard to sift through. In this episode, Mary and Kira discuss their choices for creating light for their clients and what tools are working best for them now. With so many choices out there, how do you find where to start? Listen in for insight on what works best for both businesses. At the end of the day, it's all about learning how to...

Ever wonder how some folks seem to do it all? It's probably because they aren't actually doing it all. Entrepreneurs are often control freaks and Mary and Kira can certainly identify! In this episode, the gals talk about hitting walls with having to do everything in the business themselves and how they climbed over those walls. Ultimately to succeed, you have got to be OK with letting so...

What is all the buzz about StoryBrand?  Is it about telling a Story or is it just a new way to Brand your business?  Actually it is neither.  The StoryBrand concept is from the best selling book by Donald Miller, Building a StoryBrand and it just so happens that Mary is an official StoryBrand Certified Guide.  Spend this episode with Mary and Kira while they discuss the introductory concepts of th...

Complacency is the death of progress, right? In this episode, Mary and Kira discuss getting into ruts both in business and the studio, and how to break that by adding new tools to your bag. Whether it's adding a new product for your clients or learning a new lighting trick in the studio, it's important to always keep moving and getting better. Kira shares her method for eliminating varia...

What was that judge thinking??? Fresh from Professional Photographers of America District Image Competition, Mary and Kira discuss give a little insight into competition from a juror's perspective. Both jurors themselves, the girls discuss what's to be gained by competing, what it actually means to compete, and how jurors work together for the common good of the image maker. Even if you...

Keeping yourself motivated by setting and achieving goals is a great way to find success as a professional photographer. But once you scratch those things off your to-do lists, are you giving yourself time to recognize and celebrate that you actually achieved them?  Professional Photographers Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry know a thing or two about going after goals. If you are anything like...

Welcome to the Get Your Shoot Together Podcast with Mary Fisk-Taylor & Kira Derryberry: The photographers podcast where we discuss studio, business, life, and keeping it all in line. Professional Photographers Mary & Kira share join forces for this weekly podcast covering topics that photographers can relate to most. Tune in each week for a little break from the grind to talk about your bu...