The Art & Soul Show - Photography Podcast for Newborn and Family Photographers
The Art & Soul Show is a photography podcast for newborn and family photographers. Hosted by Lisa DiGeso and The Milky Way, it features heart-opening conversations on photography, business, life, and the messy in-between. The show offers advice on running a photography business, mindset, and creativity, providing encouragement and inspiration to pick up your camera.
Episodes
When Your Favourite Clients Move On (And It Feels Personal)
"This isn't rejection. This is growth."Losing a client you love hurts in a way nobody warns you about. Not the random inquiry that ghosts you, but those early families. The ones who gave you a chance when you were still figuring out manual mode, cheered you on, brought you their babies, and told everyone how wonderful you were. And then one day you're scrolling, and there they
The Fear of Irrelevance
"Trends burn fast. But timeless work lasts."There's a fear most photographers carry around but rarely say out loud. It's not just fear of competition or a slow season. It's deeper and sneakier than that. It's the fear of irrelevance. That whisper at midnight when you're scrolling Instagram, wondering if your best days are already behind you.In this episode, I&apo
Audacious vs. Audacity
Every single time I've chosen to quiet that audacity voice and lean into my audacious side, my life has expanded."Two words. They look almost identical on paper, but they feel completely different when you say them out loud. Audacious is bold, brave, and full of possibility. Audacity is the sting, the who do you think you are, the voice that shows up the second you start to dream a littl
You’ll Never Feel Ready, Because Ready Isn’t a Feeling, it's a Decision
"You are never going to feel ready, because ready isn't a feeling. It's a decision."That one hit me like a ton of bricks the first time I heard it. Because how much of our lives do we spend waiting? Waiting for clarity, for confidence, for the perfect moment that never actually comes.In this episode, I'm sharing why that feeling of readiness is a myth and what actually mov
Idea Graveyard
"The idea graveyard isn't proof of my failure. It is proof that I am alive and creative."Every creative has one. The half-finished projects, the abandoned plans, the supplies still in the bin with the tags on. We just don't talk about it.In this episode, Lisa gets honest about her own graveyard, the costumes, the felting disaster of 2021, and the shed full of marketplace furnit
When Fear of Fear Holds You Back
"It's not just fear itself. It's actually the fear of fear."That second layer is the one that keeps so many of us stuck. It's not the dials or the studio lights or the pose or the price increase that's really scary. It's the anticipation of feeling incompetent, embarrassed, or out of control that has us avoiding, procrastinating, and telling ourselves we'll
Is Over Delivering Actually Overcompensating Because You Are Scared ? … Because Same
“Is overdelivering actually just overcompensating because you’re scared?”That thought struck me because sometimes the urge to give more and more isn’t just generosity, it’s fear. Fear of not being enough, fear of disappointing clients, fear of rejection.In this episode, I’m unpacking the tension between generosity and overcompensation. I’m sharing how I’ve learned to find the sweet spot where givi
This Contest Taught Me My Highest Value
“Sometimes losing is exactly what reveals your highest value.”There was a time when a simple Facebook cover contest left me devastated. I wanted the win, the validation, the proof that I belonged. But when the results came in and I realized the winning photographer had bought likes, something unexpected happened. I discovered the deeper truth about what I value most in my business and in myself.In
When Easy Feels Uncomfortable: Untangling the Belief That Working Harder = Success
“What if business feels easy and instead of celebrating it, you feel uncomfortable?”So many of us carry the belief that the harder we work, the more successful we’ll be. We believe that worth equals hours, and that struggle is proof we’ve earned our success. But what if that’s not true?In this episode, I’m unpacking the belief that success has to come from hard work and hustle. I’m even sharing ho
My Math Isn't Your Own Math
“My math is not your own math.”Every photographer has been told what they should charge, how they should structure their packages, and which business model is the only “real” or “professional” one. And for many of us, those formulas feel more like pressure than clarity.In this episode, I’m sharing the hard truth I learned the long way: your math is not supposed to look like anyone else’s. Your exp
Is This Mine to Carry?
“We carry so much that was never ours to begin with.”Photographers are natural caretakers. We carry emotions, expectations, tension, family dynamics, weather, naps, meltdowns, and even outcomes we cannot control. And without realizing it, we start walking around with armfuls of things that were never ours to hold.In this episode, I share the question that changed everything for me: Is this mine to
Stop Playing Small: Shifting Mindset, Habits, and Confidence with Johl Dunn
Most photographers think better gear, stronger marketing, or a new strategy will fix what feels stuck in their business. But often, the real shift starts somewhere deeper.In this episode, I’m sitting down with mindset and business coach Johl Dunn to talk about the beliefs, habits, and internal patterns that shape how photographers show up, grow, and succeed. Johl shares how comparison, fear, and o
The Shock Absorber
“We’re the shock absorbers: women and especially mothers. We absorb everything so everyone else can keep going.”When I heard Michelle Obama say those words, I had to pause and breathe. Because it named something I have been feeling for years: the invisible emotional labor of holding everything together, both at work and at home.In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing what it means to be the “shock
The Psychology of Posing with Jodi Hendricks, Founder of Posers
Confidence is not just something you feel. It is something your clients feel from you.This incredibly enjoyable episode features my conversation with Jodi Hendricks from Posers and J. Anne Photography. We talk all about the powerful connection between confidence, posing, and business growth. Jodi shares how the way you lead a session and make people feel affects everything from marketing word of m
Am I Invited or is My Camera?
Some invitations feel good. Others feel like a job you never agreed to.If you have ever been asked to “bring your camera” to a gathering you hoped to simply enjoy, you know exactly what I mean.In this solo episode, I am opening up about something many photographers keep quiet about. It is that sinking feeling when you realize you were invited because of what you can provide, not because they truly
Branding, Burnout & Breaking Free: How Understanding Money and Brand Archetypes Can Revitalize Your Photography Business with Stacey Owen
Your photography brand isn’t just about colors and logos—it’s a reflection of who you are. But what if you don’t fully understand yourself yet?In this episode, branding expert Stacey dives into the different money and brand archetypes that shape many photographers and how these archetypes influence your business more than you realize. She’s sharing how, instead of boxing us in, these archetypes ca
Rising From the Rubble: When Your Business Feels Like It’s at Rock Bottom
“Rock bottom in business is not a sign of failure. It’s a signpost.”At some point, every creative entrepreneur will face a season when business feels like it’s crumbling: the clients aren’t booking, the passion is gone, or life circumstances make it feel impossible to keep going.In this episode, I share how to rise from those “rubble” seasons with honesty, clarity, and resilience. You’ll hear my p
When You Stop “Shoulding” and Start Listening with Fruzsina Jonas
There comes a moment in every photographer’s journey when the rules stop working, even though you are doing everything “right.”The templates feel tight. The “right” way feels wrong. And the business advice you are trying to follow does not actually match the people sitting in front of you.In this episode, I sit down with Fruzsina of Captured Magic to talk about what happens when you stop building
Building a Profitable Photography Studio Without Burnout with Talea Wright
Pricing is not just a numbers game. It is the foundation of a sustainable photography business.In this episode, I chat with Talea Wright to have an honest conversation about pricing, cost of doing business, and what it truly takes to build a profitable studio that lasts. Talea shares her experience opening her first studio at twenty years old, navigating pricing mistakes early on, and learning how
The Art of Connection in Photography with Russell Jackson
Connection is what turns a photograph into a memory.In this episode, I sat down with Russell Jackson to talk about the power of connection in photography and why the way your clients feel during a session matters just as much as the final images. Russell shares how prioritizing presence, emotional safety, and genuine interaction creates photographs that move people long after the session ends.We t
Mind Your Own Business: Artistic Clarity with Victoria Burcusel
Simplicity is not just an aesthetic choice. It is a business approach that can give photographers more clarity, more consistency, and more confidence. For newborn photographer Victoria Burcusel, removing the excess helped her strengthen her style, streamline her process, and build a studio experience that truly reflects her values.In this episode, Victoria shares her journey from Romania to New Ze
From Trend Cycles to Original Creations: How the Newborn Nerds Built a Thriving Prop Brand
Props come and go. Trends cycle in and out. But creativity, craftsmanship, and connection are what truly make a photography brand last.In this episode, I am joined by sisters Lindsey Stock and Amy Guenther of The Newborn Nerds. We talk about what really goes into designing timeless props, why color never goes out of style, how to use trends without losing yourself, and the details that elevate eve
How to Build a High-End In-Home Newborn Brand with Chelsea Hickey
Photographers sometimes assume luxury is reserved for studios, but today’s guest proves that a high-end experience can thrive right inside your clients’ homes.Chelsea Hickey, the award-winning photographer behind Chicky Little Photography, specializes in in-home newborn storytelling sessions outside of Boston. Averaging $7,000 newborn sales and $4,000 across all genres, she’s built a thriving luxu
How Do I Know I'm Ready to Charge?
“You will never feel ready. Ready is not a feeling. It is a decision.”Every photographer reaches a moment when they wonder if they are truly ready to charge. The doubt, the imposter syndrome, the fear of disappointing someone. It all shows up right when you are trying to step into the next version of your business.In this episode, I share the honest truth about knowing when you are ready to charge
Long Form Sessions, Audacious Self-Love & The Art of Noticing with Rachel Larsen Weaver
Some artists teach by accident. Others teach because they can’t help but pay attention: to connection, to people, and to themselves. Today’s guest, Rachel Larsen Weaver, is absolutely the latter.Rachel is an artist, educator, and photographer whose work celebrates audacious self-love, body affirmation, and the beauty of everyday life. In this conversation, we explore long form sessions, the power
The Client That Lives Rent Free in Your Head
“We remember the handful of tough clients louder than the hundreds who adored us.”Every creative knows this feeling. You have a mountain of glowing reviews, grateful clients, emotional gallery reveals, and people who sing your praises, yet your brain fixates on that one person who wasn’t happy.In this episode, I talk about the clients who live rent free in your head and why our brains cling to neg
Creating with Intention: Artistry, AI & Authenticity with Olguta Goddard
Art is changing and very fast. But even as technology evolves, our creativity and human touch will always matter most.In this episode, I’m joined by Olguta Goddard of Oh My Goddard Photography to talk about artistry, authenticity, and navigating creativity in the age of AI. Olguta shares how she’s stayed grounded in her artistic vision, protected her energy, and kept creating from the heart, even
When Raising Your Rates Backfires
“Everyone tells you to charge more. No one tells you what happens when you actually do.”Photographers love success stories. The ones where raising your rates brings dream clients, bigger sales, and overnight growth. But what about the other side? The side no one talks about online. The side where you raise your prices and the inquiries slow to a halt, your confidence cracks, and you wonder if you
A Photographer’s Journey of Reinvention and Resilience with Kelsey Freeman
Creativity isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s the quiet seasons that bring us home to ourselves again.In this episode, I’m joined by Kelsey Freeman of Kelsey Freeman Photography, and we’re diving into what it really looks like to show up online and take care of your creative energy at the same time. We talk about TikTok wins and the reality behind them, how to develop the confidence to post imperf
Table for One: The Hidden Loneliness When It Feels Like Your Clients Become Your Only Social Life
“Clients aren’t a social life.”As photographers and creatives, we give so much of ourselves to our clients, creating joy and memories for their families. But if we’re not careful, our clients can become our only source of adult connection and the loneliness that creeps in is real.In this episode, I’m sharing my honest reflections on hidden loneliness, why client interactions can’t replace real fri
Patience, Props & Purpose: The Evolution of a Newborn Photographer with Johna Musarra
Newborn photography is part art and part patience, and no one embodies that balance like Johna Musarra of Three J’s Photography.In this episode, Johna joins me to share her journey from 20 years at Starbucks to 13 years behind the camera as a full-time newborn photographer. We talk about how her style evolved through trial and error, the importance of patience (both with babies and yourself), and
The Business You Want Doesn’t Look Good on Instagram
“If your business looks amazing online but secretly drains the life out of you, that’s a problem.”In a world obsessed with aesthetics, metrics, and viral posts, it’s easy to confuse visibility with success. But what if the business that truly supports your life doesn’t photograph well for Instagram?In this episode, I’m getting honest about redefining success, setting boundaries, and building a bus
Stretch, Strengthen, Shoot: The Secret to Longevity in Photography with Jamie Noyes
Newborn photography is an art—but it’s also a responsibility. Ensuring baby safety while ALSO protecting your own body is key to a long, successful career. But when it comes to caring for our own bodies, how can we actually fit that into our busy photographer lives?Well, Jamie Noyes, a photographer with a background in physical therapy, is here with her best tips for caring for ourselves while we
Your Energy Is a Luxury Item; Not Everyone Can Afford It
“Your energy is a luxury item—and not everyone can afford it.”When Taylor Swift said this, it hit me right in the gut. Because it’s true: your energy, presence, and emotional labor aren’t disposable. They’re rare, valuable, and worth protecting.In this episode, I share how I've learned to guard my energy in my photography business and life. From saying no to summer sessions that drained me, t
Big Moves, Big Changes: Reinventing Your Photography Style with Confidence with Natasha Sewell
What happens when a self-proclaimed perfectionist swaps carefully posed newborn photography for the chaos of in-home lifestyle sessions? For Natasha Sewell, it meant rethinking everything she knew about photography.In this episode, Natasha tells the story of how she transitioned from posed newborn photography to in-home lifestyle sessions. She shares how she prepares for the unexpected, helps clie
Burnout is not a badge of honor
“If I’m not tired and busy, I’m probably not doing enough.”Sound familiar? So many of us as photographers are grinding ourselves down with work and stress because that’s just what it takes to run a successful business, right? And if we’re struggling with it, it’s because we’re just not dedicated enough? No friends. That’s not right. Burnout is NOT a normal state of being. And in this episode, I’m
Learning to Rest, Not Quit
Have you had this thought? “I’m so overwhelmed. Maybe it would be better just to walk away from this work entirely.”If you have, you’re not alone. So many of us find ourselves in this position: overworked, overbooked, and with no end in sight. And we don’t know how to get ourselves out without giving up completely.So in this episode, I’m sharing my own personal story of finding myself in this toug
Buckets, Boundaries, and Breathing Room: Creating a Business That Doesn’t Run You with Tiffany Crenshaw
Slowing down isn’t always easy—but for Tiffany Crenshaw, it’s become essential. As a photographer, mentor, and mom of four, Tiffany has learned how to build a business that aligns with her life instead of competing with it. In this episode, she shares how her priorities have shifted in recent years and how she’s helping other women create businesses that actually support their families. Tiffany op
Navigating Creative Jealousy: When Someone Else Has Your Dream
We’ve all felt that pang—a new photographer that’s blowing up right in our home town, a beautiful session at a location you’re just dying to shoot, or maybe something small like seeing more comments or compliments on another creative’s work instead of yours.This jealousy doesn’t often feel good, bringing shame, guilt, and resentment if we don’t address the root causes. But jealousy doesn’t mean th
Love in Ordinary Places: Romantic Storytelling Through Photography with Melissa Barnes
We all come to photography from different angles, but for Melissa Barnes, loss and love cemented her affection for the medium. But photography isn’t her only love. Melissa is also a full-time architectural designer and doesn’t plan on giving up either career anytime soon. In this tender episode, Melissa shares her family history, how it’s shaped her love of photography, why she has no plans to bec
Booked and Balanced: How to Align Your Calendar with Your Capacity with Cally Petersen
Some photographers find their passion after becoming a parent—but for Cally Petersen, photography came first. And over the years, her love for it has only grown deeper. Now a decade into her business, Cally has built a creative life that reflects her values, honors her limits, and stays true to her “why.”In this episode, Cally shares how she found photography before motherhood, how her confidence
Messy Middles: How to Navigate the In-Between Stage When You’re Not Where You Were, But Not Yet Where You Want to Be
We’ve all had those moments of feeling stuck in-between something. Either we’re waiting for a new stage of life or we’re on the verge of a breakthrough and what we’re doing currently just isn’t working quite right. It can be a deeply frustrating place to find ourselves both in life and in our photography businesses. But it doesn’t have to last forever, and we can come out the other side of this me
Elevate, Educate, Inspire: Inside the Maternity & Newborn Photographers Summit with Cydnee Jex
In photography circles, influencer marketing sometimes gets a bad rap. From getting ghosted after photographing a session or having filters applied to your hard work, it can feel intimidating to step into this realm.But in this episode, Cydnee Jex is here to walk through her whole process of working with influencers. She shares how she finds influencers to work with, how she sets expectations and
Slow Down and Tune In: Photographing Families with Intention with Kim Hildebrand
After nearly two decades of working, it would be understandable for any photographer to feel a little less enthusiastic about their work. But not Kim Hildebrand! She’s still honing her skills and stoking her passion for capturing those tender real life moments.In this episode, Kim shares how she’s managed to grow and find stability over her last 17 years as a photographer. She shares the lessons s
Dealing With Feedback in Photography: Pricing Criticism, Tough Clients, Constructive Critiques, and Handling Online Trolls
When it comes to… basically anything, everyone has an opinion, and our photography and businesses are rarely exempt. And because our work is often so personal, the feedback can hit hard.But not all feedback is useful, relevant, or even true. It is just information, and we get to choose what to do with that information and how much we let it affect us.In this episode, I’m sharing why feedback can f
Crafting Content That Connects: Strategic Storytelling with Tania from Soulful Story Co.
Are you excited to create marketing and brand content for your photography business? If you’re saying to yourself, “Uuuhh, no. Not really…” You’re not the only one. Creating the content to market our business when we really just want to create artwork for our clients can feel like such a chore. And that’s where Tania comes in.In this episode, Tania Barbieri is sharing her wisdom on how we can buil
Navigating Business When the World Feels Chaotic: Focusing on What You Can Control
There’s a lot going on in the world right now (and has been for a few years!)Trying to stay productive and focused while the world feels so chaotic can be tough. The news, the economic worries… it can be so overwhelming. But you’re not alone in this struggle.In this episode, I’m sharing all the ways I’ve found to stay grounded both in my life and my business. From connecting with friends to limiti
Personality-Packed Portraits: Rebecca Hunnicutt’s Approach to Kids and Families for Lifestyle Family Photography
Do you ever get those moments, where you think back to your childhood, and wonder how much of your memory is accurate or if you just imagined certain details?Rebecca Hunnicutt is in the business of capturing those memories for families and enshrining their happy moments forever, instead of leaving it up to guesswork years from now. Through her lifestyle family photography business, she captures th
Creativity as Self-care
As professional creatives, we can often get wrapped up in our creative output. Are we creating enough? Is it getting the attention we need? Is it leading to more revenue, a larger audience, etc?But the truth is, our creativity at its core isn’t about that. It’s about play and experimentation and making space to just let things happen sometimes. Putting pressure on the outcome of creativity often s
The Psychology of Sales: How to Guide Your Clients to In-Person Sales with Maggie Robinson of Tog Academy
It’s no secret that most photographers get uncomfortable around the selling process. They don’t want to feel pushy, salesy, or like they're pulling a bait-and-switch on their clients. And often, they don’t want to do sales in person, as it can heighten their discomfort.But Maggie Robinson of Tog Academy is here to show us there is another way… a way to make in-person sales feel comfortable an
Embracing Failure and Failing Forward
Failure comes for us all eventually, especially as creatives. Sometimes we try something new and exciting… and it just does not work. It can sting, it’s certainly a blow to the ego, and it can often leave us confused about where to go next.But, in my experience, a failure is often an opportunity in disguise. It’s data that can help you reevaluate and move forward more successfully. So in this epis
Making Waves: The Art & Business of Underwater Photography with Karen Bagley
Water holds a special place for many of us: it’s beautiful, mysterious, and potentially dangerous, if not treated with respect. Karen Bagley of Significant Moments is no stranger to this mix when it comes to photographing underwater. She’s built her whole business on capturing the ethereal and majestic nature of underwater imagery through constant education and high safety standards.In this episod
How to “Find” Your Motivation When You’re Feeling Less Than Awesome About Your Business or Art
When you start out as a creative, you’re full of energy and motivation. You probably have a “why” that gets your adrenaline pumping and keeps you focused… at least for a little while.But inevitably, that energy wanes. The motivation you once had to keep going in the tougher parts of your business is fading, and you might be wondering, how do I recapture that spark?Well, in this episode, I’m going
Lighting the Way: Building a Photography Style and Business with Marta Ponsko
Styles change, fashion has seasons, and photographers grow and evolve throughout their careers too. So, how do you navigate stylistic changes while staying true to yourself and without surprising clients?Marta Ponsko is here to help! She’s navigated her own style as it’s grown and developed throughout the years. While her style is influenced by her love of fashion, Marta has spent years experiment
Sales Psychology, Strategy, and Soul: Unlocking Your Unique Magic with Eden Strader
As a photographer, you probably started taking photos because you loved some aspect of it, right? Maybe the artistry or the relationships you built, or the freedom that career seemed to offer you.But at some point, many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, overworked, and out of love with the career we once dreamed of. So, if that’s where you find yourself today, how do you recover? How do you find y
Setting Intentions for a New Year
It’s a new year, and a time for looking ahead. So, what do you want your next year to look like? Does the prospect of planning and setting intentions for the upcoming year feel overwhelming?Well, if that’s been your experience, you’re in the right place, because in this episode, I’m going to walk you through how I think about intentions and my process for setting them that takes a little bit of th
The Season of Reflection Reset & Rest
The holiday season can be wild. Presents and events and finalizing projects can get overwhelming, and we might find ourselves stressed out and overworked.But, the holidays also offer us the perfect moment to just… stop for a second. We have the opportunity to rest, reflect, and reset for the upcoming year.So in this episode, I’m sharing a few questions you might want to ask yourself this holiday s
Creating a Brand New Market: How to Build a Photography Niche That Fits Your Dreams with Paige Puglisi
When Paige first started out in senior photography, she spent… more time than you’d think explaining that it was for teenagers, not senior citizens. But that comes with the territory when you’re building a brand new niche in your area!In this episode, Paige Puglisi sits down with me to explain what led her to senior photography in the first place. She shares her top tips for building a strong bran
What’s Tripping You Up?
We all have that thing, perhaps we’ll call it a dumpster fire. This fire is something that we know we should take care of, put to rest, deal with, etc, but we just… don’t. Maybe we’re scared or it just feels too big, but whatever the reason, this fire haunts us, saps our energy, and distracts us from the work that we could be doing. So in this episode, I’m sharing four steps we can take to identif
Simplicity, Systems, and Sustainability: How To Keep Your Photography Brand Stable and Consistent with Ingvild Kolnes
When it comes to our photography careers, things can get complicated fast. Adding more sessions, more price tiers, more options and locations, etc. And while that can be good for building your business in the short term, it can also be a fast-track to burnout.In this episode, I’m joined by Ingvild Kolnes who is sharing how she keeps her business simple and sustainable. She is offering some great a
Separating Work from Worth
As creatives, it’s so easy to fall into the trap of tying our self-worth to our work. Our creative work is so meaningful and special to us… But what happens when we have to step back from that work?In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve had to work through this myself, as I’ve stepped back from being a full-time photographer in the last few years. We’re diving into all facets of this: external vali
Tiny Posers: How to Build a Long-Lasting Newborn Photography Brand with Kristina Mack
When it comes to building a photography business, you need a camera, some clients, and a little bit of hustle, and you’re good, right?Well, while you do need all those things, Kristina Mack would argue that you need one more essential piece: your business fundamentals. Planning your workflows, creating detailed and well-crafted experiences for your clients (even if you have a basic budget), and un
Stop Putting Your Creativity on a Pedestal
If I can be frank for a moment: as creatives, we sometimes get too precious about our process of creating art. We need the right conditions, the best lighting, the perfect mindset, or else we feel like we can’t create because it might not be perfect or even good.The problem is, we can get so hung up on this that we never end up creating at all as we wait for all the stars to align. So in this epis
Expertly-Crafted Experiences and Top-Tier Service: How to Build a Luxury Photography Brand with Lindsay Walden
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I wish I could have a luxury brand, but…”Well today, Lindsay Walden is here to address those “but”s. Because you’re probably not lacking talent or clientele or even location, the first thing you need to address is your trepidation. When it comes to luxury, confidence and willingness to step into the space in the first place is what keeps most photographers
What Are You Indulging In Right Now?
We all have thought patterns we fall into from time to time. Things like self-doubt, procrastination, perfection are all classics for many creatives. One might say we even indulge–or over-indulge–in some of these emotions to our own detriment.Because while we can’t prevent ourselves from feeling the whispers of these emotions, letting them linger too long ultimately hurts our energy and creativity
Stop Selling Yourself Short: How to Price and Market Yourself to be a Profitable Photographer with Jenny Cruger and Alison Craig of The Profitable Portrait Society
Between the two of them, Jenny and Allison have decades of experience as luxury photographers. And this year, after being friends and colleagues for much of that time, they’ve finally launched a brand new program together to empower photographers to take control of the business side of their work.In this episode, Lisa sits down with Jenny and Allison to chat all about what exactly The Profitable P
Kneading Creativity: Sourdough and the Photographer's Journey
Baking often gets described as a science instead of an art, which might be true to some degree… But while we can get a recipe from someone else, we still have to adjust to the unique environment we’re working in, whether it’s dry, humid, using different brands of flour, etc. We have to experiment and test and trial it until we find the recipe that works best for our own environment.And it’s not ju
Boss, Not Bossy: How Kellee Wynne Helps Others Fulfill Their Dreams by Sharing Her Knowledge (and Why You Should Too!)
When it comes to sharing her love of art, color, photography, and business, Kellee Wynne isn’t shy. But that openness and willingness to say what’s on her mind didn’t always feel like a good thing when she was growing up. Instead, it’s been a skill she’s spent more than a decade refining and cultivating through her various business ventures as an artist, author, business mentor, and podcaster.In t
Aftershoot: How Embracing an AI Workflow Can Help You Become a Better, More Efficient Photographer with Justin Benson
The age of AI is here… and that’s not a comforting realization for many of us working in the creative field. But the technology isn’t going away, so what if we could use AI tools to elevate our work, instead of replacing us?That’s the future Justin Benson and the team at Aftershoot have in mind for AI in the photography field. In today’s episode, Justin shares just what Aftershoot is, why it can b
Take your shot: How to Find Your Unique Photography Voice with Valerie Eidson
Before Valerie Eidson found photography, she tried every other creative field first. Eventually, she found herself behind a camera with a new problem: how to learn and develop her own voice and style.In today’s episode, Valerie and I sit down to chat about the key decisions that helped her create her own unique perspective when it comes to her photography. She shares her best advice for other phot
Love, Loss, and Legacies: Why Anna Kruse is So Passionate About Capturing Timeless Family Moments
While artistic interest runs in Anna Kruse’s family, she didn’t immediately take an interest in photography. In fact, she didn’t even begin photography until she became a mother, but it wasn’t until the loss of her father that she finally decided to make photography into her career, after truly understanding the gift of captured memories. In today’s episode, Anna vulnerably shares her story of lov
Ebb and Flow: The Myth of Finding Balance as a Mother and Business Owner with Aspen Dawn
When it comes to motherhood and business, there is no perfect balance. In some seasons, one takes precedence over the other… and that’s okay! Finding success in both requires holding space and giving ourselves grace when both parts of our life feel less than harmonious. In this episode, family photographer Aspen Dawn shares how exactly she goes about navigating the ebb and flow of motherhood and h
From Chaos to Keepsakes: The Joy of Photographing Large Families with Kristen Coberly
Sandy beaches, wind and waves, and small children everywhere… sounds like a recipe for chaos when it comes to a photoshoot, right? Well, to be honest, it is! And that’s okay with Kristen Coberly. In this episode, Kristen shares how she’s learned to embrace the chaos of photographing large families by planning for multiple outcomes, going with the flow, and learning to turn toddler meltdowns into m
Play, Prompts, and Passion: How Liz Devinny Creates Playful Photography Masterpieces
For Liz Devinny, photography isn’t her only interest. In fact, her passion for art and education (she’s a middle school and high school teacher!) led her into her photography career. Along the way, she’s developed her own playful, bright style by experimenting with color and using her teaching experiences to set all of the family members at her photo shoots at ease.In this episode, Liz shares how
Scroll-stopping Storytelling: Creating Fine Art Children's Portraits with Photographer Iwona Podlasinska
Iwona Podlasinska started her career as an architect, but once she became a mother, she discovered her newest inspiration: her children. That prompted her to pivot into the world of photography, and she’s been honing her creative craft ever since!In today’s episode, Iwona and I chat about her incredible career as she’s focused on fine art children’s portraiture and educating other photographers. W
A Passion for Pet Portraits: Making Furry Friend Photography a Profitable Business with Nicole Begley
Nicole didn’t start her career as a photographer. She just had a love for animals and knew she wanted to work with them forever! When she finally did pick up a camera, it took her a few years before she niched down to just pet portraits, but since then, she’s created a thriving, profitable business doing just that!In this episode, I chat with guest Nicole Begley on what got her into photography, w
Contracts, Copyrights, and Copycats:The Must-Do Legal Tasks for Your Photography Business with Kiffanie Stahle
As creatives, the legal side of running a business can be really intimidating for us. What protection do we need? Can we just use a contract from the internet? What do we do when someone steals our photographs?!Well, in today’s episode, I’m chatting with Kiffanie Stahle to answer all your burning legal questions and hopefully ease some of your fears around the legal process! Kiffanie is so graciou
Marketing Mindset Makeover: Why It’s Time for Photographers to Rethink Their Marketing Strategies with Carolina Guzik
As photographers, we’d love to spend all of our time just photographing and working with our clients. Unfortunately, in 2024, it takes a little more than that to attract new clients to your business, but cultivating a successful marketing mindset doesn’t always feel intuitive to creatives.So in today’s episode, I’m talking to Carolina Guzik, expert photographer, host of the TOG Republic podcast an
The Profitable Photographer: Pricing for Profit in Your Photography Business with Jamie Devlin
Everywhere you look on the internet, you can find pricing guides, information, and others talking about the revenue their businesses generate. And that’s all fine and good, but at the end of the day, it doesn’t really matter when it comes to your individual business. What really matters is whether or not you’re pricing for profit in your business.But “what about industry rates?” you may ask. Well,
The Procrastinating Robot with Lisa DiGeso: Strategies to Deal with Overwhelm & Procrastination
If you’re alive in 2024, I’m sure you’re familiar with the concept of overwhelm. It’s so common, little space robots on Mars are even feeling it (not a joke, this literally happened!) In fact, these feelings of overwhelm can be so powerful, that they paralyze us from getting anything done at all!But with distractions, options, and ideas everywhere these days, how do we manage and cope with being o
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