Orion Photo Group Success Story Podcast

Ever wondered how to seize the magic of a sparkler exit at a wedding with your camera? Get ready to learn some priceless tips from our conversation about mastering sparkler exit photography. We embark on a thorough exploration of everything you need to know to nail these tricky yet enchanting shots. This includes pre-event planning, effective communication with the couple and the wedding planner,...

What if you could seize the raw emotions, the heart-throbbing excitement, and the anticipation of the couple's first look at their wedding, and encapsulate it all in a perfect snapshot? As a seasoned pro or a rookie in wedding photography and videography, this episode is geared towards guiding you on capturing that priceless moment with finesse and creativity. We explore everything from under...

Ever wondered how religious beliefs, budget constraints, and societal values could influence a profession? Our guest, Sarah Robinson, a talented wedding photographer based in Salt Lake City, sheds light on how these factors shape her work. Sarah's journey from Phoenix to Salt Lake City introduced her to unique professional challenges including catering to a strong religious community, dealing...

Join us on this episode as Jason spills the secrets to capturing the enchantment of sparkler exits like a pro. From gear recommendations for low-light situations to expert camera settings, he's got you covered. Remember, it's not just about the shot, but also staying safe! Join in and level up your wedding photography game with Jason's priceless tips for getting that perfect dazzlin...

Join Jason as he engages in conversation with Shawn, a wedding photographer based in Pittsburgh. Shawn's interest in photography ignited during his junior-high years, and he has remained dedicated to it ever since. Shawn talks about the fun experiences he has had during his professional years, and the benefits of capturing the shots through the zoom lenses. Along with that, Jason and Shawn di...

This month’s very special guest is Jeremy Ellsworth! A newer photographer to join the crew, Jeremy comes with a decade’s worth of experience and is a nationally published fashion and commercial photographer, married for 22 years, and has two kids and a dog. In his chat with Jason, he shares more about his journey from wanting to be an illustrator to buying his first camera, connecting with great p...

In this month’s podcast, Jason sits down with David, an L.A.-based photographer born in Burbank, California, and was raised in a small town called Sunland. He has been doing photography for over a decade now and he started his wedding photography with OPG around 4 years back. He talks about the shared passion for his culinary pursuits and photography career, working with other photographers as an...

Join Jason G and Jason S, talented wedding photographers from Orion Photo Group, for a candid conversation on their experiences and tips for working with couples and capturing stunning wedding photos. The conversation starts with a discussion about their favorite pizzas, followed by a deep dive into their previous experiences and how they got started in wedding photography. Jason S shares his insi...

In this podcast, Jason sits down with Ali, one of our OPG photographers. Ali’s been with us for the past two years and he had a lot to share. In conversation with fellow New Yorkers, Jason, and Ali bond over some fun conversations about pizza choices and their time starting off as photographers. Ali talks about his interests and how to keep himself on his toes by educating himself. Jason and Ali t...

Have a new photography or videography job? Have anxiety and anxiety-ridden dreams? Then this is the podcast for you. Jason shares some amazing insights on why you have anxiety before a new job, and how to overcome the challenge. Along with that, Jason talks about a few Facebook posts on photographer’s anxieties from our OPG Facebook group with some personal experiences. Tune in now to learn more a...

This episode’s very special guest is Ruben Burgos! Ruben has been shooting since 1987 and has been associated with OPG for about 6 years, and it has been a great association so far with over 100 weddings shot with us! In his chat with Jason, Ruben talks about his inspiration to start photography, breaking the ice with a call, and giving your clients your best shots! Ruben shares some fun stories a...

As a photographer or a videographer, you have a few things on your mind before every job you take. In today’s discussion of tips and tricks, Jason talks about one of the most important tools at your disposal, your SF or SD memory card. From tips like when to switch out your cards during the wedding to how to take care of your cards, he discusses it all to make your job easier. To make it even easi...

In this episode, Jason chats with Terri, a veteran photographer in OPG, based in the Chicago area. She has photographed the most weddings for OPG than any other photographer with almost 500 weddings with us. She has been photographing since she was a kid and loves to capture those moments for someone to enjoy for generations to come. In this conversation, Terri talks about never wanting to do wedd...

On today's episode, we have Brooke Beeson, a self-taught photographer, and in his chat with Jason, Brooke talks about being a Mid-western, always having a  camera in her hand, and working at Disney and the advice for the newer shooters. Brooke’s unique photography style, St. Louis heart, and strong customer service sense make her a treat as a photographer.  Know someone who would love to shoo...

Syncing your cameras should be done well in advance. Whether it is the first dance or walking down the aisle or any other time-sensitive wedding event, syncing your camera way in advance can be extremely helpful. In this month’s tip, Jason talks about how to properly sync your cameras to capture those crucial shots without losing time during the events. Listen in to find out more about the syncing...

The weather is warming up, which means we should all be prepping for our busy engagement and wedding season. Having clean gear and gathering your wedding tool kit are both vital to your success this season, but so is one more thing: your education! In this month’s tip, Jason challenges you to deepen your knowledge and expand your skill for this upcoming season. Listen in to discover the value of l...

The devil is in the details, as they say, and Jason agrees! The wedding moments are essential but it's those cleverly composed detail shots that add to the personality of the wedding photography and adds depth and dimension to the album. In this month’s tip, Jason talks about elements to add in the detail shots, understanding the lighting, and incorporating movement. Listen in to discover the...

This month’s very special guest is Jessica Layton! After traveling the world early in her career, she has landed in the Bay Area where she has shot hundreds of weddings for OPG. In her chat with Jason, she shares more about how she fell in love with wedding photography, the benefits of attending school for photography, and her top tips for new shooters. Stay tuned until the very end for a very spe...

This month’s tip was inspired by an unfortunate story shared by photographer William Thomas Cain in our OPG Talent Facebook group: while he was shooting a couple’s engagement session in a park, they returned to the lot to discover that the couple’s car had been broken into, and several valuable items and Christmas gifts were stolen. Jason shares his top tips for making your car less of a target, a...

This episode’s very special guest is Jina Wilson! Born and raised in Cincinnati, and currently living in Lexington, and have been shooting weddings for almost 13 years, and have been associated with OPG for 10 years. In her chat with Jason, Jina talks about being the fifth shooter in her first wedding, connecting with the brides, and asking for proposal stories. Listen in to know more about Jina’s...

Do you have an emergency kit in your camera bag? In this month’s tip, Jason passes on a skill that stayed with him from his Boy Scout days: the importance of being prepared. Listen in for what is in Jason’s emergency kit, and what should be in yours. The best part? It all fits in a small ziplock bag.  Know someone who would love shooting with us? Have them join the team here: https://www.orionphot...

This month’s special guest is Ryan Rayburn! Starting as a newspaper photojournalist in Colorado, photography has taken Ryan to all corners of the country. His effortless, clean style and magnificent use of lighting has made him a popular pick for over 200 OPG couples throughout the years. Join Jason and Ryan as they discuss how to tackle tricky lighting scenarios, tips for making the most of your...

Our special guest this month is also our first videographer interview, Mario Coello! This west coast native has captured over 200 weddings for our OPG couples. Tune in for his tips on how to manage the heat on a busy day, communicating with the photographers capturing the day, and his advice for new talent joining our team!  Know someone who would love shooting with us? Have them join the team her...

This month’s success story is New York videographer Jay Snyder! All it took was watching a family member’s beautiful wedding video for Jay to be inspired to dive into the world of wedding videography. Listen in as Jason and Jay discuss the push from Jay’s wife that got him to shoot his first wedding, the reality show surprise of that first wedding, and the challenges of shooting Long Island. As so...