The Business Focused Photographer Podcast

Talking Shop with Nicole Hodgson

Nicole Hodgson shares her journey from being a therapist to becoming a successful brand photographer. She discusses the transition, challenges, and opportunities in brand

Talking Shop with Kate McCord

The conversation delves into the experiences and challenges of running a photography business, including the competitive nature of the industry, pricing strategies, and t

The Business of Surprise Proposal Photography

Scott Wydan Kivowitz shares his journey of discovering and transitioning to surprise proposal photography, managing client demand, pricing and market dynamics, planning a

Selling More Wall Art

Lucy Dumas, an award-winning photographer, discusses the evolution of the photography business and the importance of printed artwork in photography sales. She also shares

The Intersection of Systems & Humanity

Leah O'Connell shares her journey from a mall studio photographer to a successful family photographer and business coach. She emphasizes the importance of simplicity and

The AI Copy Problem

Cassie Torres, a former wedding photographer turned copywriter, shares her journey from photography to copywriting, her battle with breast cancer, and her insights on AI-

The Business of Documentary Family Photography

The conversation covers the transition to photography from other careers, the impact of family background on career choices, the concept of documentary family photography

Embracing Chaos in Family Sessions

The conversation delves into the world of family photography, focusing on managing chaos and utilizing early childhood education skills in photography. It explores the tr

The Business of Destination Photography

The conversation covers Luca Bartman's journey from neurobiology to destination photography, the challenges of destination photography, client acquisition and marketing,

Luxury Senior Photography

Maria Ortiz, a luxury senior photographer and business coach, shares insights into the world of luxury photography and the reasons behind building a luxury senior photogr

Running a More Aligned Business

The conversation with Casey Thornton delves into the concept of alignment in business and photography, exploring the importance of authenticity, setting boundaries, and f

Diversifying Your Income with a Studio Rental

Leah Carter shares her journey of starting a studio rental business, from finding the right space to managing operations and building a positive community culture. She di

Homepage Optimization to Broaden Your Reach & Convert

Jamie Bugby King, a PNW family photographer, shares her successful strategy of targeting other destinations for photography and marketing to those areas. She discusses he

Bringing Politics Into Your Business (Without Burning it Down)

The conversation explores the integration of political beliefs into branding, the evolution of personal political ideology, and the impact of political awareness on marke

What I’d Do If I Had Zero Clients in 2026

The conversation explores the strategic approach to building a business from scratch in 2026, focusing on intentional planning, portfolio building, online presence, prici

Referral Partnerships for Photographers

The conversation explores the establishment of a referral partnership between Lydia and Nicole, addressing the challenges in the photography industry, formalizing the par

Running a Luxury Photography Business in a Small Town

The conversation delves into the challenges of running a luxury photography business in a rural area, addressing the conundrum of defining luxury in a non-luxury environm

Pricing & Money Mindset

Guest: Aislinn McKenna, former luxury wedding photographer turned multiple six figure coach (Colorado based) We Discuss: Why “more money in the hands of good people” ma

The Business of Beauty & Product Photography

Guest: Hayley Fisk, Beauty and Product Photographer and Videographer, LA Founder of The Anxious Photog Represented by Rebel Brand Management We Discuss: Hayley’s path f

Posing Boys

Episode Title: Posing Boys Guest: Emily Cannata, Emily Cannata Photography, Driftwood, TX We Discuss: The unique challenges of photographing boys, especially teenager