Wedding Photography : Mistakes Make Magic

Today's guest is a New Orleans based wedding planner and venue consultant. She is the director of operations for the popular wedding venue Race & Religious while also running her own company Mint Julep Productions, leading an entire team committed to offering day of and full services coordination. She is a someone who is making moves in the industry, and honestly, just a freaking blast to...

Have you ever wondered what it is that's holding you back? Or how you can get past those feelings of fear or inadequacy even? Today on the podcast I am chatting with Brad about this very topic. Things like Pride, Reputation, and Difficulty...as well as Preparation, Writing, and Making the first step. We are also sharing some of our own stories of failure and success as well as resources for l...

Nancy Ray is a film photographer and business educator based in Raleigh, North Carolina. She and her husband Will run a photo team comprised of three wedding photographers and one family photographer and parent two beautiful girls. This woman is a leader that inspires others to shoot film as well as hybrid and to grow their teams through her programs Foundations in Team Building, Foundations in Di...

On the show today, I have someone you are going to absolutely love. She is warm and welcoming, has incredible fashion sense, and is an a extremely talented graphic designer/digital marketing strategist/style curator. On top of this, she owns and runs the web design firm, Go Live HQ. Her client list includes Sophia Amoruso (THE girl boss herself), Randy Fenoli of Say Yes to the Dress, Elsie Larson...

I am interviewing someone today who owns and runs one of the most detail-oriented and highly successful film labs in the country. He is a quality obsessed business guru and classic car lover. He is also a straight-shooter which is one of my favorite qualities about him. You might think his name is Richard since he owns Richard Photo Lab, but nope you are mistaken! So welcome to the podcast, Brian...

Social media is such a huge part of our lives, our businesses, and sometimes it gets a little bit complicated. These topics that I’m going to discuss today are definitely subjective and I know a LOT of people are going to feel differently. Share your thoughts with us and lets open up a discussion! We’d love to hear your approach to social media etiquette. I hope that these tips on how to handle yo...

Jessica's story is heartbreaking, yet inspiring as she has spent the past 10+ years turning her “mess into a message." She is a public speaker having spoken to over 15,000 young adults. She has been featured on MTV, 20/20, Good Morning America, Katie Couric and is now coaching others on their public speaking journeys. So, welcome to the podcast Jessica Rasdall!  CLICK HERE TO RATE &...

Today’s guest launched a custom gift boxing company alongside two friends in LA after struggling to find a personalized gift for an unexpectedly hospitalized friend. Since 2014, she and the other founders of BoxFox have distributed over 30,000 gift boxes to recipients in more than 20 countries and are on target to hit $2 million in 2017. They feature gifts for all occasions, including a variety of...

On the podcast today we have a fabulous New Orleans makeup artist and owner of her own beauty brand. She is a self-taught makeup artist that used her own insecurities about skin due to acne to create a beauty line focused on shade selections and lightweight, but excellent coverage. In addition to having serviced thousands for wedding makeup her company now has customers residing in over 550 cities...

No matter where you are in your creative journey, whether you are 10 years in or just starting out, I hope todays podcast can help you speak more freely and with more confidence about your pricing. Thank you for tuning in! We love and appreciate each of you for tuning into this episode of Mistakes Make Magic! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! Also, we would appreciate your review for M...

Today’s guest is a Los Angeles based Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer. She has photographed weddings all over the world including destinations such as Bali, Thailand, and Singapore and has been featured in publications such as Brides, Destination I Do, Inside Weddings, and The Knot. She has photographed for clients such as Jenny Yoo and Joanna August whose look books have been seen in Martha Ste...

This episode is being held with one of the most talented and creative photo directors! She has worked with companies such as The Mrs. Box, Minted and Valuspa and has been recognized and featured in magazines like Martha Stewart Weddings and Vogue. She styles and directs photo shoots and is best known for her textured patterns, clever play with color, and ability to bring a client’s vision to life....

Today I am interviewing a special woman. Aside from the fact that she is stylish and beautiful, she is also a quickly rising female entrepreneur. Her business Something Borrowed Blooms (co-founded with her cousin Laken) offers brides a different option for florals through high quality silks. They seek out flowers and design collections that follow the trends and have them delivered all across the...

Ten years ago, I started my business. About that time, I came across today’s guest. I can without a doubt say what she has shared about her journey (especially the posts on her blog) have been one of the biggest attributing factors to my success. She is a wedding photographer turned business strategist and one of the most hard-working and inspiring female entrepreneurs. So, welcome to the podcast...

Today’s guest on the show is Crystal of Crystal Ann Interiors! She is a former wedding planner turned interior designer who loves to create spaces that are functional and beautiful. Her services vary from furniture plans to design boards and everything in between. She is a mother of two beautiful children, living in an adorable Manhattan space! I am so excited to chat more with Crystal today about...

The guest on the show today is a Luxury, New Orleans based wedding planner who knows how to cultivate a unique experience reflective of a client’s aesthetic and vision. She is a former attorney, Yale grad and mother of three beautiful girls. She is a natural born leader who knows how to guide her team at Sapphire Events into creating events from the ground up. So welcome to the podcast, Valerie Ge...

My dad has played a huge role in inspiring my entrepreneurial spirit over the years, so I thought - who else would be a better guest on the show?! While running his own dental practice for 30+ years, he has also been a supportive father to my brothers and me. His hard work and determination has inspired us all and I would not be where I am today without his love and support (and of course my mom’s...

Time. Time is THE most precious thing in life. You cannot have more of it…so you must use it wisely. Don’t worry. You are not alone. I’ll be honest with you. I am not always the best with my time.  It’s not always easy…saying no…scheduling your time…valuing your time. So that’s what we’re going to be talking about today. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll dow...

Lindsey is a newborn and family photographer based in Crowley, LA. Our paths crossed three years and she now is one of my second shooters and good friends! Throughout the episode, Lindsey shares stories of her journey in the photography business and the mistakes she has made along the way. For those of you looking for tips on how to become a second shooter, she has the perfect story to learn from!...

Brad and I admire this videography team so much that we hired them for our own wedding just two short years ago! They are incredible storytellers and they bring a calming, yet professional presence to a wedding day. Their work definitely speaks for itself which I cannot wait to talk more about in this episode. Today's guest is none other than my friend, Brock Gomez!   CLICK HERE TO RATE &...

Mia is the owner and designer of Root Floral Design! Mia has become a great friend to me over the years. Root Floral Design has been in business for 5 years now, and has been extremely successful! Even though she did not have the most traditional start, Mia shares how she got to where she is today. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says &quo...

Lets start discussing one of the most difficult and challenging topics of running your own business: Setting Boundaries. How do you set boundaries for yourself while still creating an excellent client experience? CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review&qu...

Valerie Woerner is the author of The Finishing School, and owner/creator for Val Marie Paper. Since 2013, she has sold over 30,000 prayer journals and recently launched the Yearly Prayer Journal for 2018. She is sharing her heart, her faith, and her tricks for becoming a better mother and more efficient entrepreneur on this episode, and I am so excited for you guys to listen along today! CLICK HER...

Kristi and I met back in our days at Architecture School. While Kristi continues her architectural design, her main focus is to pursue her passion for world travel through her platform, Coordinates of Her. When I started the podcast, I knew Kristi would be the perfect guest! Kristi is a truly inspiring person and I am so excited for her to share about her travel adventures and how Coordinates of H...

I have known Kayla for 6 years and over the years have watched her grow into an incredible film shooter. Kayla has been featured in multiple big name publications and even teaches her own workshops in France! Kayla’s interest in photography all began in high school when she was always the girl with the camera at every event. Today, she shares with us about her journey from then to now! CLICK HERE...