The Edit | Photography Business Podcast

In this episode of The Edit, we're diving deep into how to maximize your profits with the best wall art products! Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your photography business, knowing which products to sell can make all the difference. Join Whitney, Amanda, and Erin as they break down the most popular and profitable wall art options, including canvases, metal prints, st...

How to Build a Thriving Photography Business with Charity Burggraaf! Dreaming of turning your passion for photography into a profitable business? Look no further! In this must-watch episode of The Edit , Amanda Waltman and Erin Smagala sit down with Charity Burggraaf, a culinary photography powerhouse, to discuss the ins and outs of building a successful photography career from the ground up. 🌱📷...

Struggling to convert your social media followers into paying photography clients? You’re not alone. Many photographers pour hours into creating captivating content, only to be met with minimal engagement and even fewer bookings. It’s frustrating to see your beautiful work lost in the digital noise, especially when you know your business has so much potential. Let Laura Sinclair's insights on...

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We've heard Whitney's photography business journey as well as Erin's "origin story" - today we round out the team with a chat with Amanda about how she got here and what it takes to have such a long and successful career as a professional photographer. From valedictorian to photography student to studio employee to burning out and back again (including her work with the Seatt...

So many things can go wrong when you are starting a photography business! In this week's episode, we share some of our nightmare stories, how we handled them, and what we learned in the process so you can be prepared in similar situations! Join Erin, Amanda, and Whitney as we share our most bizarre and challenging professional experiences in the photography industry- and if you want to learn m...

Welcome back to The Edit Weekly! (Have you subscribed to yet?! We’d love to have you!) Today, we continue our Top Photo Products Series, where we share our favorites that our clients love. If you want to start a photography business or seek new product inspiration, you’ve come to the right spot! 📸 We consider Add-On products unique pieces that can accompany things like albums, prints, and wall ar...

First, be sure to subscribe for more honest conversation about starting your photography business! Then, Download Our FREE Content Calendar!!! ➡️  https://theeditweekly.com/010-instagram-for-photographers/ We are thrilled to share our interview with The Edit Co-host, senior portrait photographer, and lovely human Erin Smagala! Not only will you get to know Erin better, but she has so much wisdom t...

Welcome to Part 2 of the Top 10 Things You Must Follow To Be Professional! Along with our advice on what you need while growing your business, you will also hear stories about when we failed big time! It can happen to anyone! We discuss marketing plans for photographers, having professional websites and email, business insurance, contracts, and Erin shares a bonus tip at the end! Here are some hel...

Starting a photography business? There are so many mistakes that you can make- and we’ve made them! In this episode, we share our top tips for starting out in your photography business so that you don’t have to make the same mistakes we did! This week’s episode was so packed full of information that we decided to split it into two parts! Begin with these first five tips—they’re enough for you to g...

Download Our FREE Albm Template!!! ➡️ https://theeditweekly.com/013-albums-for-pro-photographers/ EP015: Starting a Photography Business: What Pro Lab Should I Use? Our Favorite Print Products! When you are starting a photography business, it’s overwhelming trying to decide what professional photo lab to use! There are so many great ones and so many beautiful products to choose from! In today’s ep...

Episode links and resources: https://theeditweekly.com/014-shaun-gordon Join Whitney Carlson, Erin and Amanda for an inspiring conversation with Shaun Gordon, the founder of KISS Books, as they dive into the transformative power of photography and the profound impact it can have on both the client experience and photographers' lives. Shaun shares his journey from shooting a staggering 60+ wedd...

As wedding and portrait photographers, high-quality photo albums can be an incredibly lucrative (and artistically rewarding) product to offer your clients. The problem...? There are just so. many. of. them. out. there. it's. ridiculous. So we thought we'd do a little Show & Tell in this episode, sharing our absolute favorite albums and album companies for pro photographers. Note : We h...

Join us for a nugget-filled episode of The Edit Podcast as we engage in an inspiring and candid conversation with commercial photographer Allen Clark. In this episode, Whitney Carlson, Erin Smagala, and Amanda Waltman dive into the overlapping worlds of commercial, portrait and wedding photography, sharing personal stories and professional insights that will resonate and inspire. From nostalgic re...

The Edit's own Whitney Carlson opens up about the struggle of intertwining her personal identity with her photography career, the vital importance of community, and how rediscovering photography for herself rekindled her passion. 📸✨ If you've ever felt creatively confined by client expectations or experienced burnout, this episode sheds light on the importance of personal creativity in p...

📸 Ready to enhance your Instagram strategy as a photographer? Join The Edit hosts - Whitney Carlson, Erin Smagala, and Amanda Waltman - in Episode 10 where we dive deep with Instagram guru Gillian Young. 🌟 Discover insider tactics for skyrocketing your online presence, maximizing productivity, and harnessing the power of collaborations on Instagram. In this resource-packed session, Gillian share...

Automating client management with a CRM for photographers 🎁 Grab the free resources from this episode at https://theeditweekly.com/009-crm-for-photographers 📸 In this episode of The Edit, we dive deep into the world of CRMs for photographers and how they can significantly impact your bottom line. Erin shares her firsthand experience using a CRM to streamline her photography business, automate cl...

Sharing our top tips for working faster in Canva! Download Erin's free Canva Shortcuts Cheat Sheet and Amanda's free Reels Templates at https://theeditweekly.com/008-canva-for-photographers

An intimate discussion with portrait photographer and educator Ambreia Turner. Learn more about Ambreia and The Edit at https://theeditweekly.com/marketing-motherhood-moving-markets-with-ambreia-turner/

Tips for streamlining your photography business with ChatGPT. Grab the FREE Download: " 1,100+ ChatGPT Prompts for Portrait Photographers " at https://theeditweekly.com/006-chatgpt-for-photographers

AI's influence on photography and client expectations

Pro tips for making the most of your slow season. Get (tons) more tips from this episode at https://theeditweekly.com !

Simplifying goal setting for photography business success.

Welcome to The Edit Podcast, where we dive into productivity strategies and time management tips to help you maximize your day. In this episode, hosts Whitney Carlson, Erin Smagala, and Amanda Waltman share their personal experiences with time management tools and techniques, tackling everything from identifying peak productivity times to using effective time zoning methods. Listen in as they disc...

Welcome to The Edit Podcast! In this debut episode Whitney Carlson, Erin Smagala, and Amanda Waltman introduce themselves and share their combined 20+ years of experience in the photography industry. From discussing the challenges of balancing a successful photography business with family life to sharing strategies for achieving sustainable, profitable, and fulfilling businesses, this episode sets...