The Volume Vault | A Podcast for Volume Photographers

What does it really take to add $140,000 in revenue to your photography business? In this episode of The Volume Vault Podcast, Emily sits down with Jan Scurfield of Scurfield Photography in Northern California to unpack the decisions, mindset shifts, and calculated risks that helped her grow from $110,000 to over $250,000 in annual revenue. Jan shares her journey from overwhelmed photographer to t...

In this episode of The Volume Vault Podcast , Emily Davis is joined by fellow photographer and educator Rose Coleman to talk all about their upcoming Do It Different Workshop and what photographers can expect when they attend. We're pulling back the curtain on why we created this workshop, what makes it different from typical photography education, and how we're combining hands- on shooting, light...

Stop treating your website like a portfolio — and start using it like a strategic business tool. In this value-packed episode, Emily sits down with Katie Lepore, founder of Emberlyn, to talk about how photographers can build websites that do more than look good — they communicate value, attract the right clients, and actually drive inquiries . Emily & Katie break down what photographers really nee...

Stop underpricing your digitals — and start running your studio like a profit-first business. In this value-packed episode, Emily sits down with Carinna Boatwright , owner of SMAX Photography , to talk about what it really means to price for profit and sell all digitals with confidence in a volume photography business. Emily & Carinna break down how to strategically sell all-digitals packages usin...

In this episode, Emily shares how "Wealth loves speed" isn't just a mindset — it's a business strategy. Discover how fast, confident decision-making can completely change the trajectory of your volume photography business in 2026. You'll learn how to move with clarity, build momentum, and stop losing opportunities to hesitation and perfectionism. 📸 You'll Learn: Why speed creates momentum (and re...

The Deal Closer Mentality: How to Think Like Someone Who Books Accounts Consistently If you've ever wondered why some photographers seem to effortlessly book leagues, schools, and organizations while you're stuck refreshing your inbox… this episode is your turning point. Today, we're digging into the Deal Closer Mentality — the mindset, identity, and behaviors of photographers who consistently lan...

Stop obsessing over protecting your photos — and start selling more of them. In this value-packed episode, Emily sits down with Lisa Mallis, Co-Founder and COO of PhotoDay , to talk about the mindset shifts and technology upgrades every volume photographer needs to make if they want to grow in today's industry. We dig into ai watermark removal , volume photographers worrying about image theft more...

What if being booked solid wasn't about luck — but about having a system? In this episode, Emily breaks down The Booked Solid Challenge , a 5-day live training designed specifically for volume photographers who want to secure more leagues and schools without relying on referrals or discounting prices. Learn the exact outreach, sales, positioning, and follow-up strategies used by photographers who...

What if the thing holding you back isn't strategy — it's your willingness to invest in your own growth? In this powerful episode, Emily Hart Davis shares how spending over $100,000 on coaching in 2025 transformed her mindset, businesses, and leadership forever. Learn the psychology behind why people who pay, pay attention — and how investing in yourself creates exponential ROI. Plus, discover why...

What if your business growth wasn't a guessing game? What if you could look at your calendar and know what your revenue will be six months from now? In this episode, Emily Davis breaks down how to set — and actually hit — goals in your volume photography business like a true CEO. You'll learn how to move beyond vague wishes like "book more clients" or "grow on Instagram" and start creating clear,...

You're talking to a potential school or league… the meeting's going great… and then it happens. "We already have a photographer." "Your prices are too expensive." "Parents don't want photo day." Every volume photographer has heard these before — but the pros know how to turn them into opportunity. In this episode, Emily Hart Davis breaks down exactly how to handle the three most common objections...

What if the freedom, consistency, and income you've been chasing as a photographer have been hiding in plain sight? In this episode, Emily Hart Davis reveals The Best Kept Secret in Photography — the business model that turned her from an overworked solo shooter into the CEO of a thriving studio. You'll discover: Why volume photography is the smartest, most scalable niche in the industry How to bu...