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Professional Photographer

Professional Photographers of America 129 Episodes Jul 21, 2026

The Professional Photographer podcast by PPA aims to help photographers build thriving businesses by covering entrepreneurship essentials such as sales, marketing, pricing, cash flow, negotiation, mindset, and planning. Hosts interview successful photographers and business leaders who share insights on achieving financial goals and improving work-life balance. The podcast is produced by the Professional Photographers of America, the world's largest nonprofit association for professional photographers.

Episodes

PPA Favorite Episode: Why Authentic Portraits Matter More Than Perfect Retouching
PPA Favorite Episode: Why Authentic Portraits Matter More Than Perfect Retouching Jul 21, 2026 07:18 What makes a portrait unforgettable? In this PPA Favorite Podcast Episode, Seth Miranda and Daniel Norton explore why authentic connection always matters more than perfect retouching or technical perfection.They discuss how photographers develop confidence through experience, why live demonstrations help photographers grow faster, and how lighting should support the person rather than overpower th
PPA Favorite Episode: How to Offer Sports Media Day Photography Services
PPA Favorite Episode: How to Offer Sports Media Day Photography Services Jul 14, 2026 06:36 Looking to grow your sports photography business? In this PPA Favorite Podcast Episode, Alison Carlino shares how Media Day photography has become one of her most successful and profitable services.Discover how to introduce Media Day sessions to schools, build a portfolio before charging premium prices, create marketing images that attract new athletic programs, and develop pricing structures that
PPA Favorite Episode: How to Market Your Photography Portfolio with Lindsay Adler
PPA Favorite Episode: How to Market Your Photography Portfolio with Lindsay Adler Jul 7, 2026 07:45 Want to create work that attracts your ideal photography clients? In this PPA favorite episode, internationally recognized photographer Lindsay Adler explains how creative play days have become one of the most powerful marketing tools in her business.Lindsay shares practical advice for photographers in smaller markets, proving that creativity isn't limited by location or budget. Whether you're pho
Create Headshots That Connect and Get Noticed with Tracy Bosworth Page
Create Headshots That Connect and Get Noticed with Tracy Bosworth Page Jun 30, 2026 45:56 What if your greatest obstacle could become the secret sauce to your creative genius? This episode dives into the story of Zeiss Global Ambassador Tracy Bosworth Page, a renowned Atlanta photographer who turned face blindness, a condition that prevents her from remembering faces, into her defining strength.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:41) - Why actors want to look interesting, not just beautiful(09:4
PPA Favorite Episode: Building a Real Estate Photo Business with Jonathan Lee
PPA Favorite Episode: Building a Real Estate Photo Business with Jonathan Lee Jun 23, 2026 08:00 Want to break into real estate photography or improve your workflow? In this PPA favorite episode, Jonathan Lee explains the technical skills and business mindset needed to succeed.Jonathan shares why real estate photography requires more than simply photographing a house. From camera height and composition to flash, ambient light, HDR, and editing workflows, he breaks down how photographers can c
PPA Favorite Episode: Corporate Headshots That Scale | Glynns Thomas
PPA Favorite Episode: Corporate Headshots That Scale | Glynns Thomas Jun 16, 2026 06:53 As part of our PPA Podcast 2-Year Anniversary Favorites Series, we're revisiting a standout conversation with Glynns Thomas on building a successful corporate headshot photography business.In this episode, Glynns shares how she approaches large corporate photography projects with confidence, professionalism, and organization. From the initial inquiry to final image delivery, she explains the syste
PPA Favorite Episode: Photoshop and Lightroom Skills Every Photographer Needs
PPA Favorite Episode: Photoshop and Lightroom Skills Every Photographer Needs Jun 9, 2026 07:57 As part of PPA's 2-Year Podcast Anniversary Celebration, we're revisiting one of our favorite episodes featuring Adobe evangelist Julieanne Kost. In this clip, Julieanne shares how photographers can move beyond the learning curve of Lightroom and Photoshop to streamline their editing workflows, strengthen their compositing skills, and unlock new creative possibilities. It's a standout conversation
How to Win in Volume Photography with Customer Service
How to Win in Volume Photography with Customer Service Jun 2, 2026 31:35 Discover a new way to win and keep business as a volume photographer, as Pat Miller sits down with industry expert Jeff Galinovsky for an eye-opening episode live from Imaging USA.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:46) - Leaving corporate life to go full-time in photography(10:37) - Winning contracts through trust and simplicity(21:49) - Using pre-orders and online sales to increase revenueConnect with Pat
Build a Brand That Books More Photography Clients with Ian Spanier
Build a Brand That Books More Photography Clients with Ian Spanier May 26, 2026 23:46 Struggling to cut through the noise and get noticed as a photographer? In this episode, Pat Miller sits down with acclaimed celebrity portrait photographer Ian Spanier to reveal proven strategies to rise above the crowd and grow your business even in a saturated industry.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:43) - Standing out in a crowded photography market(09:20) - How LinkedIn helped Ian grow visibility an
How a Small Project Turned into a Global Photo Brand
How a Small Project Turned into a Global Photo Brand May 19, 2026 23:00 What if your biggest business breakthrough came from doing what others said was impossible? Pat Miller sits down with visionaries Kahran and Reg, whose personal passion for empowering children of color has sparked a global movement and turned into a thriving photography business. In a world that often lacks representation and authentic diversity, Kahran and Reg share how betting on your vision can
Why Photographers Burn Out (And How to Fix It) with Rich Johnson
Why Photographers Burn Out (And How to Fix It) with Rich Johnson May 12, 2026 32:13 Unlock the secret sauce for lasting photo business success, as Pat Miller sits down with creative innovator Rich Johnson. Discover how “creative R&D” can explode both your portfolio and your bottom line, even if you’re burning out or stuck in a rut.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:56) - Burnout and the experiment that changed everything(08:55) - Overcoming fear and taking creative risks(24:42) - Turn
How AI Can Make You a Better Photographer (Not Replace You) with Katrin Eismann
How AI Can Make You a Better Photographer (Not Replace You) with Katrin Eismann May 5, 2026 28:37 Ready to ditch frustration and finally make AI your photography ally? Pat Miller sits down with Adobe product manager and Sony Artisan of Imagery Katrin Eismann to shatter myths and show you how AI can supercharge your workflow without sacrificing authenticity or artistry.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:04) - Why AI feels overwhelming(11:28) - AI changes shooting and editing(22:32) - Why photographers a

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