The Photographer's Podcast

When Katrina joined The Photographer's Path, she had just walked away from a business that didn't work out. She felt embarrassed, ashamed, and unsure of what came next — but there was one thing that never left her: photography.   And thank goodness it didn't… because Katrina is incredible. The emotion she captures, the storytelling, the way her images make you feel something — it's pure magic. You...

There's something strange about arriving at a life you once only dreamed of, only to realize it doesn't look like you imagined. It's softer. Quieter. A little messier. But somehow… so much better. In this episode, I'm reflecting on what it feels like to stop rushing, to stop measuring everything by what you haven't done yet, and finally see your life for what it is: full, imperfect, and still unfo...

DSLR vs Mirrorless. If you've ever wondered what actually sets them apart—or what matters more than all the tech jargon—this episode is for you. In this conversation, I'm breaking down the real differences between DSLR and mirrorless camera systems—what they feel like to shoot with, how they impact your learning, and what you should know before making a decision. You'll learn: The intuitive advant...

In honor of Mother's Day, I wrote this one for you, inspired by my two little angels Jack and Sophie.  If you're a mom building a dream while raising tiny humans, press play. This is for the days you feel behind. For the nights you question whether it's all worth it. It's a moment of stillness, a reminder that your dreams  do matter. Because the truth is you're not falling behind. You're building...

What if everything you thought you'd spend your life doing… suddenly wasn't possible anymore? In todays episode, I'm sitting down with Paige Fremder—a portrait photographer, TPP alumni, and former professional musician in the Army Band—whose career took a turn she never saw coming. After a series of physical injuries and surgeries left her unable to continue performing at the level her job demande...

If you're a photographer trying to build your dream photography business—and it's taking longer than you thought, this episode is for you. Let me introduce you to the lovely Sam of SA Photo and Film. Sam is a Southern California wedding photographer, a mom of two, and a Photographer's Path alumni who built her business from the ground up. She didn't go viral. She didn't "make it" overnight. What s...

Let's be honest: we all want to be great right away. But the truth is, every confident photographer you look up to? They started out unsure too. In this episode, we're diving into the creative fears that show up—when you're trying something new, stepping into a new skill, or finally saying yes to the dream that's been tugging at you for way too long. This episode is the reminder you didn't know yo...

If you've found your way here, I want you to know this: you're not alone. If you've ever looked around and wondered if you're falling behind… If you've questioned whether all the effort, all the waiting, all the late nights editing or dreaming or doubting—will ever lead to something real… I created this episode for you. Inside, I'm sharing something really personal, something I wrote after coming...

Alright. We said we were making a podcast comeback before, and then… we disappeared again. But this time? It's real. It's happening. It's waiting for you right now. I wanted this first episode back to feel like a reset—something light, fun, and like you're just hanging out with friends who get your nerdy obsession with photography. So I called in Rachel Burns—a wildly talented motherhood + brand p...

Have you ever had one of those weeks where your to-do list just stares at you like, "Yeah… you're never finishing me"?   Same.  Between work, life, family, endless responsibilities, and trying to remember what sleep feels like ( hiii mom life! ), it can feel hard to even  think  about making time for your photography dreams, let alone actually  work  towards them. Here's the thing though, no matte...

Social media used to feel SO fun. I mean, think back to the days when we'd just take a photo with our iphone, slap the Valencia filter on it and call it a day. It was so simple back then, so pure... But then came the algorithm... And with it, the never ending demand for  MORE! More likes, more followers, more content…  more, more, more! It kinda becomes exhausting, doesn't it? As photographers, we...

Well, hiiiiiiii friend! 👋 It's been a while, but I'm back in your inbox…and so is The Photographer's Podcast. 🥹 But, in all honesty, I'm actually not really back. Not the whole way, at least. Because this whole becoming a mom thing has changed me, and I'm not the same person anymore. Who am I? I'm not quite sure yet, but I do know I feel different. I'm a different business owner, a different pho...

I'm baaaaaackkkk (with two new best friends) ... You heard that right, The Photographer's Podcast is BACK!  But before we get into it, I want to thank you for being here, for allowing me this season of rest as I adjust to this new mom life. I'd be lying if I said I was actually adjusted by now. This is a process that's gonna take time, and I'm enjoying the freedom and flexibility I have as a photo...

Most photographers at one point or another have been hit with the dreaded question… "Hey, do you think you could send me the raw files from our shoot?!" It's like a dagger in every photographer's heart… We're immediately plagued with questions like… Did they hate the photos? Did they hate the editing? Did they hate the colors?! Do they hate ME?! It's enough to make us spiral out of control. But it...

Get ready for the therapy session you didn't realize you needed today! I'm so excited to be sharing an Instagram Live I had last month with the amazing Jordan Stratton, an alumni from The Photographer's Path. Jordan is an incredible wedding photographer from Oklahoma and I can't wait for you to get to know her today. Jordan started TPP in Fall of 2022. A few weeks after joining, she quit her full-...

If I could have told myself a year ago that today I'd be pregnant with 2 biscuits, welcoming an incredible new group of students into TPP, and sitting on my deck outside my cabin in Big Sur on MY BABYMOON, I'd have burst into tears.   It's all I wanted, you know? And it is STILL what I want. I'm so grateful, and so thankful, and so looking forward to what life has in store coming up.   But, guess...

Yes, you read that right. I dunno about you, but lately I've been feeling exhaused. I don't know if it's pregnancy exhaustion, work exhaustion, end of summer exhaustion, or all of the above ... but I've been tired.  So today, I thought it'd be fun to change the pace around here a little bit...  Today I'm sharing an epic adventure from the most challenging/dangerous experience I've ever encountered...

Today we're chatting with The Photographer's Path Alumni, Jennifer Morris. It's time for a raw honest conversation about life, business, and the process of leaving her full-time job of 10 years to become a photographer. Jenni is an amazing lifestyle photographer — she shoots families, newborns and portraits. She is all about authenticity and capturing life's most precious moments. But Jenni's stor...

Over the years, I've learned that the littlest, tiniest moments are often the ones that spur the biggest, most massive impacts in life. From seemingly small decisions to unintended ones, the moments like that tend to define who we are and what we do — and it's why we have to, have to, haveeee to start saying YES. Why we have to start doing the things that SCARE us. Why we have to start living a li...

If you've ever struggled with anxiety, depression, or self doubt when it comes to your life or your photography career, today's podcast episode is for YOU. Today I'm introducing you to one of the amazing alumni from our online course,  The Photographer's Path , Alanna Georgette. Alanna is an incredible film photographer based near London. She shoots musicians, live music, lifestyle and fashion. He...

Today I brought someone very special onto the podcast, and I can't WAIT for you to get to know her! Meet Photographer's Path Alumni, Claudia Melian. Claudia is an incredible wedding photographer, originally from the Canary Islands and currently living in Connecticut. She is a true artist — her work is timeless, hypnotizing and never ceases to capture the attention of its viewers. Shortly before jo...

We just got back from our very first photography retreat and I can honestly say, my life is changed for the better beause of it.  32 of our alumni from our online course, The Photographer's Path met in Maui to fully submerge ourselves into photography. We dove deep into lighting, posing, cameras, lenses and ALL the techy goodness. We were pretty much open books 24/7, sharing and exchanging knowled...

Lemme just paint the picture for ya. You're sitting at the Thanksgiving dinner table, catching up on the year behind you and small-talking with your extended fam… …and then your uncle (the one you see once a year — maybe) looks at you and says, "Soooo, how's your little photography business going?!" And, since it's THANKSGIVING, you can't make a scene (ugh), so you kindly say, "It's going really w...

"I have to wait until I get a nicer camera." "I can't do it until the kids are older" "I don't need to try something I'm not sure I can follow through on." "I have way too many other priorities, this can wait." "I don't have time." How many times have you said at least one of the above about your dreams? If you're like most photographers I know (and myself, trust me), it's been… at least once. Pro...

I am OVERJOYED right now. Why? Because TOMORROW we'll be hosting 32 of our incredible alumni from The Photographer's Path , in HAWAII (!!!!), for a 5 day private photography retreat. The excitement I feel right now is unbelievable!! It's a DREAM COME TRUE. But here's the thing, if you check us out on instagram, you're going to see all of us in Maui this week shooting, creating magic and having the...