Podcasts by The Photo Opp Podcast: Finding Opportunity in Photography

POP #39: Booking Wedding Photography Clients with TikTok | Guest: Kristen Booth from 2021-04-06T04:00

We're back on the TikTok topic this week! TikTok for photographers has been such a wild journey and there is still so much to learn. Kristen Booth lends her expertise with a massive, highly-enga...

POP #38: Photography Client Journeys Through Copy | Guest: Erica Comitalo of The Write Lens from 2021-03-30T04:00

Erica Comitalo of the Write Lens talks about the photography client journey from first-time web visitor to inquiring potential client. Plus, learn how to stand out in your market with a unique v...

POP #37: How TikTok Turned Her Into a Destination Wedding Photographer | Guest: Sami Rose Tansel from 2021-03-23T04:00

Sami Rose is absolutely crushing it on TikTok. From a year with 6 total weddings booked to 25+ and counting, she's being flown across the country to capture special days for couples. Learn how S...

POP #36: Automated Photo Culling – Yes, Really | Guest: Patrick Hulce of OPTYX AI from 2021-03-16T04:00

Yup, seriously. We're talking all things automated with co-founder of OPTYX AI, Patrick Hulce. OPTYX has completely transformed my wedding culling workflow, and I had to get Patrick on ...

POP #35: Marketing with Vendor Directories, Bringing Personality into Your Wedding Business | Guest: Cindy Savage from 2021-03-10T02:00

Look at that, my first real *explicit* episode! Today we're chatting with Cindy Savage of Aisle Less Traveled, a Seattled based wedding planning ...

POP #34: Dog Photography, Cultivating Meaning in Personal Work | Guest: Erin Griffith from 2021-03-02T05:00

Erin Griffith, dog photographer based out of Montreal, started the Eva Effect, a series on women and their dogs. Photographing these special bonds nationally, Erin collects stories in photograph...

POP #33: Breaking into Elopement Photography | Guest: Courtney Lynn Photography from 2021-02-23T05:00

Adventure elopement photographer Courtney Lynn Photography discusses breaking into the elopement photography market. We're talking elopement coordination, creating a unique client experience, an...

POP #32: Stand Out with Your Photography Brand | Guest: Marisa Messick from 2021-02-16T05:00

Marisa Messick, founder of Quill & Co Design, joins the Photo Opp Podcast to chat about your photography brand. Going beyond your brand fonts and colors, we're diving deep into brand definit...

POP #31: Curating a Photography Portfolio | Guest: Lisa Ramsay from 2021-02-09T05:00

NYC photographer and educator, Lisa Ramsay, brings her expertise in portfolio building to the Photo Opp Podcast. Lisa discusses building your portfolio, distinguishing yourself and your practice...

POP #30: Wedding Photography Album Sales | Guest: Ryanne Hollies from 2021-02-02T05:00

Toronto-based wedding photographer Ryanne Hollies discusses selling wedding photography albums... without the icky feeling of being "salesy." Join us for an in-depth conversation on communicatin...

POP #29: Running a Wedding Venue, Working with Wedding Venues as a Photographer | Guest: Alison Faulkner from 2021-01-26T05:00

Alison Faulkner chats with us today about how photographers can create relationships with wedding venues. Listen to the story of how Alison built her venue specifically with photography in mind,...

POP #28: Juggling Creative Disciplines, Pivoting, Creating Opportunity | Guest: Alexis Buryk from 2021-01-19T05:00

Buckle up, we’re going all over the place with this one! Guest Alexis Buryk takes us through having multiple creative disciplines as a wedding photographer, pivoting, and creating career opportu...

POP #27: Destination Wedding Photography | Guest: Grace Troutman from 2021-01-12T05:00

This episode of the Photo Opp Podcast features Grace Troutman, destination wedding photographer. Grace shares advice on breaking into destination wedding and elopement photography (no matter whe...

POP #26: Breathing Life into SEO Copywriting for Photographers | Guest: Sarah Wayte from 2021-01-05T05:00

This episode of the Photo Opp Podcast features Sarah Wayte, copywriter for photographers. We discuss writing for SEO while maintaining personality, and so many other important factors in photogr...

POP #25: Forensic Photography & More | Guest: Dawn Hester from 2020-09-30T04:00

Retired forensic photographer for the FBI & photographer for the Air National Guard, Dawn Hester, walks us through the process of being a forensic photographer. Plus, don’t miss Dawn’s advic...

POP #24: Branding Photography 101 | Guest: Mandy Liz from 2020-08-26T04:00

We’re looking into one of the hottest topics for photographers out there: branding photography. Whether you’re just picking up branding photography, looking to pivot niches, or looking to boost ...

POP #23: Streamlining Business with Photography CRMs | Guest: Jenn Bays of Success Beyond the Lens from 2020-08-19T04:00

When you’re a photography business owner, there is never enough time in the day to do everything you need to do. Guest Jenn Bays of Success Beyond the Lens dives into using a CRM to streamline y...

POP #22: Having Multiple Niche Photography Businesses | Guest: Anabel DFlux from 2020-08-12T04:00

Ever struggled with trying to niche down your business? Turns out, you may not have to. Guest Anabel DFlux chats with us about her multiple photography business and how she makes it work across ...

POP #21: Boudoir as Sex Therapy, Carving Out a Niche | Guest: LeZandra Photography from 2020-07-15T13:43:15

Today’s episode is so exciting! We’re chatting with LeZandra Photography about all things boudoir. LeZandra is an incredible photographer based out of Virginia, trailblazing in her area with her...

POP #20: What We've Done as Photographers During COVID-19 from 2020-07-08T04:00

An update from my perspective as a wedding photographer during the COVID-19 pandemic. How we're keeping cash flow in our photography business, the ups and downs of moving from a photo business t...

POP #19: What Wedding Photographers Can Do During COVID-19 | Guest: Leah Weinberg of Color Pop Events from 2020-05-27T14:12:58

We’re in the middle of a very strange time. But what can photographers actually do during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep moving the needle in their business? Leah Weinberg of Color Pop E...

POP #18: Search Engine Marketing for Photographers | Guest: Deirdre Andrews of Define Marketing from 2020-05-20T11:24:07

Forget Facebook ads – search engine marketing is where it’s at! Today we’re chatting with Deirdre Andrews, owner of Define Marketing. We’re diving deep on SEM, covering:

• The basics...
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POP #17: Your Cost of Doing Business | Guest: Lindsay Duncan from 2020-05-13T17:30:50

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast gets right to the good stuff with photographer Lindsay Duncan. We’re talking all things involved in cost of doing business, including:

• Calculati...

POP #16: Bring in Clients with Blogging, Resource Sharing, Reviews | Guest: Elisabeth Kramer from 2020-05-06T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast dives into blogging and resource sharing as a photographer. We’re talking with day-of coordinator Elisabeth Kramer about:

• Creating resources to ...

POP #15: Creating a Personal Commercial Photography Experience | Guest: Dylan Johnston of Prospect Studios from 2020-04-29T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast went in so many awesome directions! Guest Dylan Johnston of Prospect Studios chats with us about creating additional income streams for photographers, a ...

POP #14: Personalizing Your Photography Brand | Guest: Clarisse Rae from 2020-04-22T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast covers personalizing your brand with wedding photographer and designer Clarisse Rae. We’re covering how to get personal with your brand to build up your ...

POP #13: Get Published as a Fashion Photographer | Guest: Sean Charles of KAVYAR from 2020-04-15T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast tells you all about getting published as a fashion photographer. Sean Charles, co-founder of KAVYAR

• How to get published as a fashion photograph...

POP #12: Get Your Wedding Photography Published | Guest: Meghan Brown of Two Bright Lights from 2020-04-08T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast explores the benefits of getting your wedding photography published. Finding time to take the initiative and get your work published can be super benefic...

POP #11: Branding & Marketing Your Wedding Photography Business | Guest: Joy Michelle from 2020-04-01T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast covers branding and marketing with photographer, YouTuber and educator Joy Michelle. Recorded during the coronavirus pandemic, we’re chatting about how p...

POP #10: Growing a Fashion Photography Business in a Time of Crisis | Guest: Olivia Bossert from 2020-03-25T12:27:42

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast goes off-script in a candid conversation with fashion photographer and educator Olivia Bossert. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, we’re focusing ...

POP #9: Ensuring Stability in Your Photography Business | Guest: Rachel Brenke of The Lawtog from 2020-03-18T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast covers a WHOLE bunch of good stuff, plus we touch down on some of the issues photographers are facing in the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. Our guest Rac...

POP #8: Including LGBTQ+ Clients in Your Wedding Photography Business | Guest: Kirsten & Maria Palladino at Equally Wed from 2020-03-11T04:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast covers creating an inclusive and diverse wedding photography business with Kirsten & Maria of Equally Wed. We’re covering:

• Creating safe spa...

POP #7: Crafting a Comfortable & Creative Client Experience | Guest: Jessica Hunt from 2020-03-04T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast talks about client experience, getting published, and creating a comfortable space for your wedding couples. We chat with real-life unicorn Jessica Hunt ...

POP #6: Copywriting for Photographers | Guest: Ashlyn Carter of Ashlyn Writes from 2020-02-12T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast gets into the details of copywriting and brand messaging for photographers. The amazing Ashlyn Carter joins us to talk shop about:

• Differen...
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POP #5: Photography Accounting 101 | Guest: Helena Swyter at Sweeter CPA from 2020-02-05T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast is getting to the basics of accounting for photographers. We’re chatting with Helena Swyter, co-owner of Sweeter CPA, to get down to the nitty-gritty, in...

POP #4: Shooting Weddings on Film, Diversifying Income & More | Guest: Kate Ignatowski at Locust Collection from 2020-01-29T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast covers SO much exciting stuff, from shooting weddings on film, to prop styling, to diversifying your income as a photographer. Wedding photographer and f...

POP #3: Making Print Sales a Part of Your Client Experience | Guest: Karen Clouse at Shootproof from 2020-01-22T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast covers making print sales a part of your client experience. Print sales can make a good source of additional income for your business but making it a par...

POP #2: No-Cost Instagram Marketing Strategies for Wedding Photographers from 2020-01-15T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast is all about how to market your wedding photography business on Instagram – for free. We’re skipping FB/IG ads and going straight to the no-cost...

POP #1: Protect Yourself with Photography Contracts | Guest: Annette Stepanian of Your Legal BFF from 2020-01-08T05:00

Today’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast explores photography contracts with Annette Stepanian, founder of Your Legal BFF. Annette talks about the best (easy) ways to protect your photography bu...

POP #0: Welcome to the Photo Opp Podcast from 2020-01-04T23:44:51

Welcome to the Photo Opp Podcast, where we’re finding opportunities in the photography business. Hosted by photographer, marketer and resident sleepy person Megan Breukelman, we’re exploring the...