How do you create wedding albums couples will treasure for generations instead of galleries that disappear into cloud storage and forgotten hard drives?

And how do you stop reacting to chaos in your business long enough to actually build something intentional?

This week on the PHOTOCO Podcast, we sat down with Nathan Desh for one of the most practical and perspective-shifting conversations we’ve had in a long time.

We talked about wedding photography storytelling, album design, second shooting, business systems, long-term thinking, creativity, legacy, client experience, and why photographers need to stop trying to skip straight to chapter 10.

Nathan shares how he went from shooting weddings for a few hundred dollars while working as an electrician… to photographing more than 850 weddings… to building platforms like Storybook and Shoot With Me that are helping photographers all over the industry.

But honestly… this episode became about way more than photography.

This conversation is really about building a meaningful life and business with intentionality.

We unpack:
• How to build a photography business with long-term vision
• Why wedding albums still matter in 2026
• How to become a better wedding storyteller
• The biggest mistakes photographers make with second shooting
• Why most photographers struggle to create consistent leads
• How to work backwards from your goals instead of living reactively
• Why photographers need to think beyond Instagram trends
• How to create a wedding photography experience couples actually remember
• The difference between “pretty photos” and meaningful images
• Why solving problems is one of the most important skills in business

Nathan also shares incredible insight into how couples actually experience their wedding photos over time… and why the images photographers love most are often NOT the images that matter most to clients years later.

If you’re a wedding photographer trying to:

• book more weddings
• build a stronger photography brand
• improve your client experience
• create better wedding albums
• become a better second shooter
• build systems that scale
• think more strategically about your photography business
• or simply create work that actually means something…

…this episode is for you.

KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 Nathan’s unexpected journey into wedding photography
08:12 Learning creativity through experimentation
15:47 Why albums completely change the way you shoot weddings
24:31 The problem with modern wedding photography trends
31:04 How to work backwards from long-term goals
42:26 Building better client experiences through storytelling
51:08 Why second shooting is broken for most photographers
58:44 The creation of Shoot With Me
1:06:19 Why problem solvers win in business and life

QUOTES FROM THE EPISODE:

“You have to start with the end outcome and work backward from there.”

“The photos couples value most are usually different than the photos photographers think are the coolest.”

“I would rather fail trying than regret never taking action.”

“The goal isn’t just beautiful images. It’s helping people remember what their wedding day actually felt like.”

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Shoot With Me
Storybook Albums
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https://www.estherkaystudio.com/
What started as a conversation about photography quickly turned into something much deeper.
We talk about:
• Why Esther believes women often forget who they are after motherhood
• The pressure women face in business and creativity
• Building a brand that feels magnetic without chasing trends
• The importance of surrounding yourself with people who sharpen you
• Why education changed everything for her career
• The difference between creating art and simply providing a service
• How vulnerability creates trust with clients
• Why intentionality matters more than perfection
• The importance of creating work YOU love instead of work that simply performs online
One of the most powerful moments in the episode comes when Esther says:

“If that art that I’m creating doesn’t feed my soul, I’m not creating art. I’m just providing service.”

This conversation felt honest, refreshing, empowering, and deeply human.
Whether you are a photographer, artist, entrepreneur, parent, or simply someone trying to figure out how to create a life that actually feels aligned, this episode is going to hit home.
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Intentionality changes everything
Esther repeatedly talks about how every part of her business and artistry is intentional.
The lighting.
The posing.
The relationships.
The people she surrounds herself with.
The way she makes clients feel.
Nothing is accidental.

2. Great artists stay students
One of the biggest themes of the episode is that Esther still invests heavily into learning.
Workshops.
Conferences.
One on ones.
Genres outside her niche.
She believes creators stop growing the moment they stop learning.

3. You do not need everyone to love your work
This was one of the strongest moments of the conversation.
Esther talks about how photographers often chase validation instead of building work they genuinely love.
“The right people will be attracted to it.”
That line alone is worth listening to this episode.

4. Vulnerability creates connection
Esther’s work is deeply emotional because she allows herself to be human first.
Her clients trust her because she shows up honestly as herself.
Not polished.
Not perfect.
Real.

5. Powerful matters more than pretty
This might be the heartbeat of the entire episode.
Esther is not simply trying to create flattering images.
She wants women to feel powerful again.
That changes everything about the way she photographs.

What you’re about to hear is a live conversation from the stage at WPPI 2026 with one of the most respected creative minds in our industry, Fer Juaristi.

Fer has been photographing weddings for over 20 years, and what makes him different isn’t just his work… it’s the way he sees the world.

This conversation goes way beyond photography. It’s about curiosity. It’s about resisting the pressure to conform. It’s about building a life and a career that actually feels like yours.

We talk about:

• Why chasing money is the fastest way to lose your creativity
• How curiosity becomes your greatest competitive advantage
• The danger of consuming too much from within the industry
• What it actually looks like to build a sustainable creative life
• Why slowing down might be the most important thing you do this year

And maybe the most important idea from the entire conversation:

You are a photographer long before you ever pick up a camera.

Aftercast (PHOTOCO Exclusive):

Inside PHOTOCO, we go deeper into this conversation with a private Aftercast episode where Miles breaks this down into real, actionable steps.

We unpack:

• How to stay creative when every wedding starts to feel the same
• The difference between reacting vs. intentionally creating
• Why most photographers lose their best images without realizing it
• How to build a creative process that actually evolves your work

And most importantly…

How to stay curious when the industry is constantly pulling you toward sameness.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• You don’t “turn on” creativity at weddings… you either live curious or you don’t
• What you consume shapes what you create
• Confidence is not required to create meaningful work
• Creativity requires space, margin, and permission to fail
• Speed is killing more photographers than competition ever will
• If you don’t define success for yourself, the industry will do it for you

What We Talked About in the Aftercast (Sneak Peek):

In the Aftercast, Miles expands on Fer’s ideas and brings structure to them:

• Why intentionality is the new luxury in wedding photography
• How to shift from shooting moments → to building images
• The concept of “creative security” and how to create it on wedding days
• Why personal projects are the missing piece in most photographers’ growth
• The real reason photographers plateau after 5–10 years

If this episode sparked something in you, the Aftercast is where it gets practical.

Join PHOTOCO (The Photographic Collective):

If you want more than just inspiration… if you want real growth, structure, and community, PHOTOCO is where that happens.

Inside PHOTOCO, you’ll get:

• Full Aftercast episodes (like this one) breaking down every podcast
• 25+ in-depth trainings on weddings, business, and creativity
• Monthly live coaching calls
• Access to a community of photographers who actually care about getting better
• Real workflows, systems, and conversations that move your work forward

This is where photographers go when they’re ready to stop guessing.

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Final Thought:

You can chase trends.
You can chase validation.
You can chase what everyone else is doing.

Or…

You can fall in love with the process.

Because if you do that…
everything else has a way of falling into place.

If this episode hit home, share it with someone who needs it.

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Denner to unpack one of the biggest challenges in photography right now: a saturated industry full of really good work… that all looks the same.

Chris has spent nearly two decades building a brand that refuses to blend in. His work is bold, chaotic, colorful, and unapologetically different — and it’s exactly why his clients seek him out.

We talk about the rise of the sea of sameness, why saturation isn’t the real problem, and how photographers can break out of trend chasing to build something that actually lasts.

This is a conversation about identity, disruption, and the courage to create work that doesn’t fit inside the box.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Why the photography industry feels more saturated than ever
• The real reason good work isn’t enough anymore
• How to stand out when everyone has access to the same tools
• The danger of trend chasing and copy paste creativity
• Why personality and perspective matter more than presets
• How to create work that feels personal instead of performative
• The difference between directing moments and forcing them

KEY CALLOUTS

1. Everyone is good now… so good isn’t the differentiator anymore
2. The sea of sameness is real and it’s where most photographers get stuck
3. If everyone is zigging, I’ve always been the one zagging
   I wasn’t good… I was cheap
4. Don’t impose your ideas on a wedding — build them with the couple
5. The goal isn’t pretty. The goal is real
   Disruption is the only way to stand out in a saturated market

SHOW NOTES

00:00 – Meet Chris Denner
UK-based photographer from Leicester
Background, personality, and early creative influences

05:00 – Is the Industry Too Saturated?
Why photography feels overcrowded right now
COVID’s impact on new creatives entering the industry
The low barrier to entry problem

10:00 – The Disappearing Middle
The rise of luxury vs entry-level markets
Why the middle tier is shrinking

15:00 – The Sea of Sameness
Why everyone’s work looks similar
The danger of copying Instagram trends
How inspiration turns into imitation

25:00 – Finding Your Voice
Chris’s shift from cheap work to intentional work
Choosing clients that reflect your personality

35:00 – Disruption as a Strategy
Why being different is the only real advantage
Creative inspiration and pushing boundaries

45:00 – Directing Without Forcing
The fine line between guidance and control
How to create space for real moments

55:00 – What NOT to Do
Copy paste prompts and viral photo ideas
Trend fatigue and recycled concepts

60:00 – Final Takeaways
Stop chasing trends
Build work around people, not Pinterest
If you want to stand out, you have to be willing to be different

LINKS

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https://www.chrisdenner.co.uk

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In this conversation, Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher sit down with photographer, artist, and creative entrepreneur Jeremy Cowart. Jeremy is the founder of the Help Portrait movement, which has provided free portraits to hundreds of thousands of people around the world, and he has spent years pushing the boundaries of what photography can look like through experimentation, technology, and empathy.

But this episode is bigger than photography.

It is about curiosity.It is about courage.
It is about what happens when an artist refuses to stop learning.

Jeremy shares how he moves between photography, fine art, AI, augmented reality, humanitarian storytelling, and wildly experimental creative processes without losing his sense of purpose. He talks about why experimentation matters, why so many creatives stop learning too early, and how staying curious has opened unexpected doors in both commercial and personal work.

We also talk about his latest project, If You’re Breathing, a powerful concept built around using art and storytelling to help people in extreme financial need. It is one of the most honest and inspiring conversations we have had on the podcast.

If you are a photographer, artist, or creative entrepreneur trying to stay inspired in a changing industry, this episode will challenge the way you think about your work.

And in the Aftercast, Jeremy breaks down the process he uses to filter, test, and pursue new ideas.

What we cover:
Who Jeremy Cowart is and why his work matters
Why curiosity is one of the most important traits a creative can have
How experimentation shapes Jeremy’s process
The connection between empathy and meaningful art
What Jeremy sees in the future of photography and AI
Why creative risk is still worth taking
How personal projects can lead to powerful commercial opportunities
The heart behind If You’re Breathing

About Jeremy:Jeremy Cowart is an internationally recognized photographer, artist, and creative entrepreneur. He is the founder of Help Portrait and is known for blending photography, technology, and humanitarian storytelling in ways that consistently push creative boundaries. His work spans portraiture, immersive art, AI driven image making, and collaborative projects designed to bring hope and dignity to people around the world.

Links:
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https://jeremycowart.com

Help Portrait
https://help-portrait.com

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https://instagram.com/jeremycowart

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https://www.mileswittboyer.com

PHOTOCO
https://www.photoco.co

If this episode challenged you, inspired you, or made you want to create something new, don’t miss the Aftercast. Jeremy shares the framework he uses to evaluate and pursue creative ideas, and it is gold. You can get access inside PHOTOCO.

What We Talk About:
• How Miles and Jared work together as best friends and creative partners
• Why Nathan’s education feels different because it comes from lived experience, not recycled theory
• The tension between hustle culture and healthy urgency, especially around inquiry response time
• Why pricing matters, but is rarely the only thing holding someone back
• The yearly industry loop of “inquiries are down” and how fear reinforces fear
• Trends that come and go: film, editing styles, AI panic, and why none of them fix the fundamentals
• Preparing for big stages and fighting the deeper version of imposter syndrome: “Is what I have to say important enough?”
• Nathan’s mindset shift: stop trying to serve everyone, serve the one person who needs to hear it
• Navigating platform pressure, criticism, and why you do not need to speak on what you do not understand
• Why in person connection still matters in an online world and how it grounds leaders

Key Quotes:
“I’m not trying to impress everyone. I’m trying to help someone.”
“Scarcity is a loop. Abundance is an arc.”
“Not saying something isn’t saying something. It’s just not saying something.”
“Stay your narrow road. Trends come and go.”

Aftercast:
In the Aftercast, Nathan goes practical and shares a tangible takeaway for photographers inside the PHOTOCO community, including how to think about business muscles beyond pricing and what actually moves the needle when inquiries feel slow. JOIN PHOTOCO TODAY FOR ACCESS

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What happens when a systems girl has a heart and actually cares about people. This one starts with negative twenty one degrees and ends with an absolute mic drop on service, strategy, and building a business that does not eat your identity alive. Rachel Traxler brings the rare combo of warmth and tactical clarity, and Miles and Jared go right where photographers actually live: the tension between art, family, ambition, burnout, and the pressure to do it all.

If you have ever thought “I just need more inquiries,” Rachel lovingly corrects you. If you have ever felt the hat switching guilt spiral, she names it. If you have ever wanted a simpler way to set goals that actually get finished, she lays out the framework.

• Why toxic positivity is a turnoff and how Rachel stays upbeat without becoming fluff

• The real issue most photographers have is not visibility, it is conversion

• How to use your conversion rate to set realistic inquiry goals

• Why creatives avoid goals and how vague goals secretly protect our excuses

• The quarterly sprint method: treat Q1 like the whole year and build momentum fast

• Capacity, prioritizing, and the uncomfortable truth that you cannot crush every hat at the same time

• Streamlining life outside of business to protect your bandwidth (yes, even grocery delivery)

• Vendor referrals versus social inquiries and why quality leads matter more than quantity

• Leaving a stable job to chase photography and why “plan B” is not always required

• Identity and work: when your job becomes who you are, the roller coaster gets brutal

• The gratitude reset and why your best life metrics are rarely gear or numbers

• Rachel’s background at Mayo Clinic working with women facing ovarian cancer and how it shaped her perspective

• The mic drop moment: service as the foundation that makes systems actually meaningful

• More inquiries is not always the answer. Sometimes you have enough leads and your conversion is the leak

• If your goal is one wedding a month and your conversion is 25 percent, you only need four solid inquiries

• Do not build marketing systems until you know your numbers and your actual goals

• Quarterly goals beat vague yearly dreams. Short sprints create real traction

• Your business should serve your life, not replace your identity

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Strategy is serving. Systems are not cold. They are how you love people better.

If you loved this episode, send it to a photographer friend who keeps saying “I just need more inquiries.” Then go look at your conversion rate like an adult.

If you thought this episode was good, the AfterCast is where it gets dangerous.

In the public episode we talk big ideas: goals, capacity, conversion, and building a business that does not eat your life.

In the AfterCast we get specific.
We pull the curtain back on what to actually do next, how to think about your numbers, and how to build systems that do not feel robotic or fake.

If you are tired of listening to inspiration and still not knowing what to change on Monday morning, you want the AfterCast.

Join PHOTOCO for less than $50 a month and get access to the AfterCast, member only trainings, guest experts, and a community of photographers who are building the same thing right alongside you.

Come for the episode.
Stay for the blueprint.

Why he walked away from shooting 30 weddings a yearWhat burnout actually does to your nervous systemHow he built a career by niching up instead of niching downWhy relationships matter more than ratesWhy your creative voice is more important than your brandAnd how to build a life that doesn’t require a breakdown every NovemberJon shares the real story behind his rise from shooting on an iPhone in Washington to working with artists like NF, David Kushner, Laney Wilson, and major brands like Jameson and Alaska Airlines — and why he still refuses to put himself in a box.

This is a conversation about:Creativity without cagesBusiness without burnoutArt without arroganceAnd success without selling your soulIf you’ve ever felt tired, boxed in, creatively stuck, or like you’re running a business you don’t actually want to live inside of… this one will hit home.

Also yes, we do talk about coffee. A lot. ☕️John Taylor Sweet joins us for a wildly honest conversation about burnout, creativity, niching up, and building a life you actually want to live. From shooting on an iPhone to working with world-class artists and brands, this episode is a masterclass in sustainable creativity.Why John cut his wedding workload from 30+ to 12 per yearWhat burnout actually feels like in your bodyHow to recognize when your nervous system is friedWhy saying no creates better yesesThe danger of building a business you hate living insideWhy niching up beats niching downHow relationships built his entire commercial and music careerThe truth about editing, style, and creative freedomWhy your composition and light matter more than your presetsHow to get commercial work without chasing brandsWhy comparison is killing your creativityThe real story of how his career started on an iPhoneWhy you don’t need permission to create meaningful work00:00 – The Grinder Is Jammed05:00 – Onyx Coffee, Arkansas, and Chaos08:00 – Why John Cut His Workload in Half12:00 – Burnout, Anxiety, and the Nervous System18:00 – Rhythms, Faith, and Life Structure24:00 – Creativity, Movement, and Making Things30:00 – Art vs Industry vs Ego38:00 – The Commercial Work Philosophy45:00 – From iPhone to Global Brands55:00 – Failure, Learning, and Showing Up1:02:00 – The Problem With “There’s Only One Way”1:08:00 – The Artist vs The Algorithm1:15:00 – Final Creative Mic DropA few KEY quotes from our chat.“If you don’t build space into your life, your body will build it for you.”“Niching up lets creativity feed the thing that pays your bills.”“Relationships last longer than campaigns.”“Your composition and how you see light is your real signature.”“If you’re not moving and you’re not creating, something’s off.”“You don’t need permission to make meaningful work.”“Comparison is the fastest way to lose your voice.”John Taylor SweetWebsite: ⁠https://jontaylorsweet.com⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jontaylorsweet⁠Referenced / RelatedNF (music artist)David KushnerLaney WilsonAlaska AirlinesJameson WhiskeyMiles & JaredMiles: ⁠https://www.mileswittboyer.com⁠Jared: ⁠https://www.jaredfincher.com⁠PHOTOCO: ⁠www.mileswittboyer.com/photo⁠

Jared and I walk through the heart of our Arkansas Wedding Photographer blog and use it as a launch point to reminisce on 2025: the travel, the work, the moments that surprised us, and the ones that quietly shaped who we’re becoming. But more than that, this conversation is about something bigger... how we’re actively painting a picture of who we are in real time, without letting either success or complacency steal our creativity and joy.

We talk honestly about resisting autopilot, protecting curiosity, and choosing intention over rinse-and-repeat.

Along the way, we keep coming back to a few questions that feel especially important right now:

“Can we not rinse and repeat our whole year?”
“Can we celebrate the good things?”
“Sometimes it’s important to reset the WHY.”

This episode is part reflection, part permission slip, and part reminder that growth doesn’t have to mean losing yourself. Whether you’re a photographer, creative, or just someone trying to build a meaningful life alongside meaningful work—this one’s for you.

LINKS & RESOURCES

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📍 IMAGING USA — Nashville
Catch Miles in Nashville on January 10–11, 2026, including PHOTOCO happenings around the city during IMAGING USA.

📍 WPPI — Las Vegas
Miles will be speaking on stage at WPPI in March, diving deeper into creativity, longevity, and building a career that still feels like yours.

If you’ve been feeling the pull to slow down, zoom out, and ask better questions—press play.

They unpack why so many high level artists feel like imposters, why Gabe thrives in friction and chaos, and how he earns the kind of trust that lets him meet couples on the day of and create images that feel calm inside the mayhem. From shooting wide open in massive environments to hiking into wild places like Iceland volcanoes, Gabe breaks down what actually matters: emotion over perfection, focus over trends, and art that comes from doing the hard thing on purpose.

If you feel buried under trends, presets, posing prompts, or “how to be everything to everyone” pressure, this episode is your permission slip to simplify and get back to the work that feels like you.

THEMES FROM THIS EPISODE

• Why “imposter syndrome” shows up in almost every respected artist
• Gabe’s take on photography as a craft vs a “creative identity”
• The technical choice that gives Gabe’s work that ethereal, painterly feel (and why it matters)
• Trust as the true currency of destination work
• How sales skills translate into confident direction and client buy in
• Why chaos and friction can create the most honest images
• Iceland volcano story: what went right, what went terrifying, and why he’d still do it again
• The trap of social media noise, presets, trend chasing, and copying
• Gabe’s simplest advice for photographers trying to find their voice: mute the noise and shoot what makes you feel something
• A real conversation about staying focused in your lane for the long game

Gabe McClintock is a Calgary, Canada based destination wedding and elopement photographer known for cinematic, emotional imagery that feels calm even in the most chaotic environments. With 15+ years of experience photographing couples around the world, Gabe has become one of the most influential voices in modern adventure wedding photography, recognized for his ability to create unforced, unscripted work rooted in trust, atmosphere, and honest connection. https://www.gabemcclintock.com/

We talk about falling in and out of love with photography, what it does to your heart to be a dad to a son with special needs, why surfing every sunrise might be a better business plan than your current workflow, and how much more powerful your work becomes when you stop trying to impress the internet and start trying to really serve the people in front of your lens.

If you have ever looked at your own work and thought “this came too easy, is it really worth what I am charging” or felt that quiet little pull to slow down and be more present, this episode is going to hit you in the best way.

In this episode we get into:

• The 120 weddings a year season
  How Ryan built a fast growing brand on the Gold Coast, what it felt like when the work was almost too easy, and why that started to mess with his sense of value.

• Falling out of love and finding it again
  The honest side of running your own business for years, the seasons where you could not care less about picking up a camera, and the small shifts that brought him back.

• Rethinking “candid” and “documentary”
  Ryan talks about how couples use these words, what they actually expect on the wedding day, and how he now has very specific conversations up front so the experience matches the marketing.

  
  

• Empathy first, ego second
  We talk about the difference between being the entertainer at the center of the room and being the quiet presence that makes the room feel safe, and why he is willing to sacrifice a perfect frame if it means his couple stays grounded.

  
  

• Meditative portraits and quiet frames
  How music, stillness, and silence shape the way Ryan shoots portraits, why he chases “quiet” images, and what it looks like to invite a couple into a slower, more intentional moment on their wedding day.

  
  

• Parenting, disability, and a very different true north
  Ryan shares how being a dad to a ten year old with cerebral palsy and autism has completely changed his priorities and made it very hard to care about the little vanity games we all get sucked into in this industry.

  
  

• Designing a slower life on purpose
  Sunrise surf sessions, short office days, training, and building a rhythm that actually supports his health and his family instead of constantly demanding more from them.

  
  

• Aftercast preview inside PHOTOCOIn the Aftercast for members we dig into the actual questions Ryan asks his couples, how he prepares them for a more meditative experience, and how he is thinking about storytelling over an entire wedding day as his style shifts.

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If you are new around here, the Photographic Collective Podcast is basically Jared and me sitting down with people we really respect and pulling on the threads that actually matter. Creativity, business, family, burnout, ego, money, all of it.

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Jared and I sat down with Jeff Chang from The Apartment and it felt like talking shop with an old friend who still wakes up excited to make pictures. We dig into how to protect the art, why composition is really about proportion, and how trust with your couples unlocks the best frames.

If you are tired of rinse and repeat, this one is a reset. PHOTOCO members get an Aftercast where Jeff lays out simple steps to last a full career without losing joy. Join us at mileswittboyer.com/photo for the Aftercast and all the perks.

Guest
Jeff Chang of The Apartment

What we cover

• The artist struggle and how to keep your work fresh after nearly two decades

• Composition as proportion and the bento box way to see a frame

• Why connection comes first and direction works better after that

• Partnership in the field and how a trusted teammate lifts everything

• Burnout myths and the habits that make room for joy

• Chasing trends with taste including direct flash and when to move on

Join PHOTOCO for the Aftercast with Jeff
Members get a bonus episode with Jeff’s practical roadmap for longevity, portfolio evolution, and upgrades to client experience. Grab access at mileswittboyer.com/photo and listen today.

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• People first wins. When couples feel known, the photos breathe

• Proportion matters. Let parts of the frame rest and place your subjects with intention

• The right shot looks different for every couple. Build a toolkit and pivot fast

• A good partner doubles your eyes and calms the room

• Joy sticks around when you protect time for the art and keep the business simple

• Start with connection. Take two minutes off camera and remind your couple what this day means

• Guide with a steady flow. Gentle prompts keep energy up and nerves down

• Build your nine pack. Three prompts for movement, three for stillness, three for close connection

• Scout for proportion. Find light and lines first, then place people where the frame already sings

• Tag team. If you work with a partner, trade two minute windows to chase a bold idea

• The Apartment origin story and why simple names stick when they come from real life

• The bento box metaphor you will never unsee

• Why in person meetings book higher than Zoom and how that trust shows up in the work

• The real way to avoid burnout and keep loving the craft

• Welcome and why this one matters

• The Apartment origin

• Composition as proportion

• Trust before direction

• Partnership on a wedding day

• Longevity and protecting the art

• Aftercast invite

If this conversation fired you up, come sit with us inside PHOTOCO. The Aftercast with Jeff is loaded with step by step ideas you can put to work on your next wedding. Join now at mileswittboyer.com/photo. Bring your questions to the next live call, grab the bonus resources, and keep the momentum going.

wedding photography podcast, Jeff Chang, The Apartment Photo, luxury wedding photography, fine art wedding photography, composition tips, client experience, photography longevity, creative burnout, Northwest Arkansas wedding photographer, Imagen AI workflow

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
• Curiosity as a superpower to keep your work fresh
• Lighting beyond golden hour (harsh light, shadows, uneven light)
• Composition prompts that move you past “safe” poses
• Systems that buy your time back (HoneyBook, editing flow)
• Education with receipts (monthly styled shoots, BTS, full edits)
• Mindset shifts to turn comparison into a useful challenge
• A client intake that tailors the experience to every couple

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS
• Off-grid beginnings and learning tech with ChatGPT
• Variety over niche and a monthly concept engine
• Canon R5 color and skin tones, plus DSLR backup workflow
• Word of mouth + consistent Instagram as growth engines
• Editing faster and overthinking less with Imagen AI
• The exact pre-wedding questions Jenny asks to customize direction and timeline
• Managing travel, parenting, and business with time blocking
• Choosing fewer, higher-level weddings while expanding education

TACTICAL TAKEAWAYS
• Build a monthly creative theme for yourself or your community
• Schedule your brain: deep work by day, light cull/polish while you unwind
• Use a couple questionnaire to clarify direction, priorities, and style
• Practice hard lighting on low-stakes shoots so wedding-day stress drops
• Treat envy as data: reverse-engineer what you admire and train that skill

IMPORTANT LINKS

• PHOTOCO Aftercast (extended episode with Jenny’s camera settings and starter systems): join inside the Photographic Collective https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photo
• Imagen AI (Miles’s referral): https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=mileswittboyer
• Miles Witt Boyer site: https://www.mileswittboyer.com

CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome and why Jenny’s color stops Jared in his tracks
06:40 Off-grid beginnings and learning tech with ChatGPT
15:22 Variety over niche and the monthly concept engine
23:10 Lighting in the real world
31:45 Systems for moms and makers
39:20 Tools that help: HoneyBook and Imagen
47:05 Client intake that personalizes the whole day
54:50 Turning comparison into a challenge
59:20 Aftercast preview

Love this one? Jump into the PHOTOCO Aftercast for Jenny’s step-by-step settings and starter systems, then use the Imagen link to win back your editing time. Subscribe, rate, and share with a friend who needs a creative push today.

This week, Miles and Jared sit down with Michelle Harris, luxury destination wedding photographer, Sigma ambassador, and powerhouse educator behind M Harris Studios, Laila Chanel Studios, and the 2K+ M Harris Hustlers community.

From founding multiple brands to raising her daughters as a single mom and teaching thousands of photographers worldwide, Michelle has become a voice of confidence, community, and unapologetic hustle in an industry that often confuses success with perfection.

In this conversation, Michelle opens up about the lessons she’s learned building associate teams in D.C. and Atlanta, creating systems for sustainable growth, and redefining what “hustle” really means. You’ll hear the heart behind her education, the real story of how her Master the City workshops started, and how she built a business that genuinely serves people while raising a family.

Plus, Michelle shares practical steps for managing clients, creating emotional connection, and running consultations that book—and the mindset shifts that make it all possible.

🎧 AFTERCAST BONUS: PHOTOCO members get an exclusive session with Michelle, “How Not to Get Ghosted: How to Book Weddings During a Consultation” — available only inside the PHOTOCO membership community.

👉 Join at mileswittboyer.com/photo to unlock the Aftercast and get weekly education, resources, and coaching with Miles, Jared, and the PHOTOCO team.

• Systems Over Stress: Michelle’s repeatable workflows for posing, lighting, and editing keep her creativity sharp and her brand consistent.

• Education as Legacy: Teaching was never a “pivot” for her—it was a promise. She built her workshops because no one looked like her in education spaces when she began.

• Scaling with Heart: How she grew two associate teams across states while maintaining personal relationships with every client and community member.

• Confidence Is Contagious: Why her energy in client calls and workshops comes from genuine purpose, not performance.

• The Power of Community: How the M Harris Hustlers became more than a Facebook group—it’s an ecosystem of accountability and growth.

• Creative Motherhood: How being a mom fuels her work ethic and keeps her grounded.

• Client Care that Converts: Her signature approach—spending real time, humanizing the process, and becoming the advocate her brides didn’t know they needed.

• Southern Wedding Culture: Michelle shares how moving to Atlanta doubled her diversity in clients and gave her new perspective on style, flash, and culture in weddings.

• Rest Before Risk: Learning to pause, reflect, and let her children remind her to shut the laptop once in a while.

Michelle Harris

• Website: mharrisstudios.com

• Instagram: @mharris_studios

• Associate Brand: Laila Chanel Studios

• Community: M Harris Hustlers

• Education & Workshops: Master the City

PHOTOCO

• Join PHOTOCO + Aftercast: mileswittboyer.com/photo

• Instagram: @photographiccollective

Hosts

• Miles Witt Boyer: @mileswittboyer

• Jared Mark Fincher: @jaredmarkfincher

Join the PHOTOCO community to access Michelle’s full Aftercast episode, “How Not to Get Ghosted — How to Book Weddings During a Consultation.” You’ll get direct insight into her real consultation framework, pricing psychology, and the exact steps that turn conversations into bookings.

👉 Join PHOTOCO for exclusive podcast extras, monthly live calls, and the full Aftercast library.

We cover:

• The photographer → creator pivot (and why he paused client work to open new doors)

• Content systems, editing help, and posting cadence that fueled rapid growth

• Pitching and delivering for brand partners (Nikon, Adobe, SanDisk, Best Buy)

• Building a business that goes beyond sessions: presets, workshops, and Slate Studios

• The senior-model team engine he built across 30+ school districts

• Mental health, a 250-lb weight-loss journey, and taking a strategic break when growth got heavy

• Confidence vs. imposter syndrome (and why “showing up” as the brand matters)

🎧 Stick around to the end for how Preston prices seniors at the high end, the full year-round senior playbook, and why delayed posting keeps him present on shoots.

💬 AFTERCAST: Members get Preston’s tactical deep-dive on building a luxury senior offer, annual calendar, and pricing strategy. Join PHOTOCO below.

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Hosted by Miles Witt Boyer & Jared Mark Fincher on the Photographic Collective Podcast.

Preston Luke

• Website: prestonluke.com Preston Luke

• Instagram: @iamprestonluke Instagram

• Presets (Desktop & Mobile bundle): prestonluke.com/shop/p/preston-luke-presets-desktop-mobile Preston Luke

• Desktop Presets (individual): prestonluke.com/shop/p/preston-luke-desktop-presets Preston Luke

• Events / Workshops: prestonluke.com/events-1 Preston Luke

• “Club Content” workshop preview (IG): instagram.com/p/C3-e2Z1OkuE/ Instagram

Slate Studios (Preston’s all-white natural-light space)

• Instagram: @sl8studios Instagram

• Booking (via IG bio link): slatestudios.as.me (linked from @sl8studios bio) Instagram

• Why “SLATE” (origin story reel): instagram.com/p/C_RfxrBsYpW/ Instagram

PHOTOCO / Aftercast Access

• Join PHOTOCO (membership + Aftercast access): mileswittboyer.com/photo Miles Witt Boyer Photographic Collective

Subscribe to the Photographic Collective Podcast

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• Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/7iYqQmxuNvgkkkxfnkOfOl Spotify

Hosts

• Miles Witt Boyer (IG): @mileswittboyer Instagram

• Jared Mark Fincher (IG): @jaredmarkfincher Instagram

Staci’s approach is all heart and all hustle. If you’ve been stuck second-guessing your work or overthinking your marketing, this one will feel like a reset.

Join PHOTOCO to hear the exclusive AFTERCAST with Staci where we dig into her workflow, social strategy, and the little systems that keep her business moving: www.mileswittboyer.com/photo

Follow Staci:

• Instagram: @stacibrucksphoto

• Website: stacibrucksphoto.com

Follow your hosts:

• Miles on Instagram: @mileswittboyer

• Jared on Instagram: @jaredmarkfincher

Watch the video episode and more:

• YouTube: The Photographic Collective

The conversation touches on her shift from shooting a heavy wedding load to focusing more on Summer School, her educational platform, while raising her daughter Georgia alongside her husband Jake. Summer opens up about the tension between business and art, why success is not defined by six-figure income metrics, and how she finds balance by prioritizing sustainability, creativity, and family.

Listeners will hear candid insights on avoiding burnout, defining personal success, resisting trends, motherhood as a creative discipline, and embracing business as an art form.

• Success is Personal: Summer redefines success as living to work (loving what you do so it doesn’t feel like work), rather than working to live. For her, success blends creativity, financial sustainability, and family balance.

• Business as Art: She views business not as separate from creativity but as a complementary art form. Running a strong business allows her the freedom to be a better artist and parent.

• Resisting Trends: Summer emphasizes staying true to personal style and brand rather than conforming to industry fads.

• Education with Integrity: Instead of teaching “get rich quick” six-figure formulas, she focuses on holistic growth—helping photographers create art they’re proud of and a life they love.

• Motherhood & Discipline: Parenthood has made her more disciplined and efficient, valuing her time more deeply while still embracing imperfection.

• Creative Renewal: Some of her best work comes from self-initiated, unpaid projects. She encourages artists to carve out time for shoots that are purely creative.

✅ Key Takeaways

Success is Personal: Summer redefines success as living to work (loving what you do so it doesn’t feel like work), rather than working to live. For her, success blends creativity, financial sustainability, and family balance.

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DON'T MISS THE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT - IN THE AFTERCAST. Tom, gives step by step information on how to build the perfect backup workflow, what systems need to be built to create redundancy for peace of mind, and how to protect our creativity with structure.

Join The Photographic Collective:The Photographic Collective is a growing community for photographers who want to level up their craft, grow their business, and connect with like-minded creatives. As a member, you’ll gain access to quarterly courses, exclusive podcast extras, monthly live call-ins, and our signature business training protocols. Whether you’re just starting your journey or scaling a thriving studio, The Collective gives you the tools, knowledge, and support to create a business that serves your life — not the other way around.

🎯 Sign up now at mileswittboyer.com/photo and become part of a network committed to inspiring, educating, and empowering photographers around the world.

What unfolds in this conversation is not your average industry talk. Lauren opens up about surviving unimaginable personal loss, raising a son with level-three autism, leaving a toxic relationship, and rebuilding her photography business from the ground up. Her story is one of deep emotional truth—and it's reshaped how she sees life, art, and the true value of a photograph.

This episode isn’t just for fans of beautiful imagery—it’s for anyone who’s ever doubted their worth, faced heartbreak, or questioned if they could still succeed after hitting rock bottom. Lauren’s journey will challenge you to stop hiding behind your portfolio and start leading with who you are.

🎧 Photographers, prepare to feel empowered, inspired, and deeply moved.

SEE LAURENS WORK HERE

💡 PLUS: Don’t miss the exclusive “After the Pod” bonus episode inside The Photographic Collective platform, where Lauren shares a 10-minute masterclass on going viral, building a loyal audience, and monetizing your story. It’s pure gold.

CLICK THIS LINK TO HOLD YOUR SPOT IN LINE : https://mileswittboyer.myflodesk.com/photocowaitlist

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But don't call it a come back. Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher are back for a brand new season of the Photographic Collective Podcast with an all new vision and some exciting news. This episode breaks down the absolutely Chat GPT written vision statement for the new pod, sets some big goals for new and returning guests and explains what is so exciting about the Photographic Collective Platform launching August 15th.Exclusive content available via PHOTOCO after launch but you can get on the waitlist RIGHT NOW using the link https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photo Affiliate discounts, huge giveaways, community collaborations, monthly live calls, trainings, behind the scenes, and early access to retreats and industry hang outs all available inside the PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTIVE.In this episode Miles + Jared chat through favorite guests from the past like Fer Juaristi, Jonas Peterson, and Jai Long and paint a clear picture towards the goals of a new season of episodes. If you're not familiar with the podcast yet : The Photographic Collective Podcast with Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher is a bi-weekly conversation with creatives who are chasing depth over hype. No ego. Very Little gear talk. Just real stories from people who’ve built something meaningful — and the mess, growth, and grit it took to get there.This show is a seat at the table. Sometimes it’s business, sometimes it’s art, sometimes it’s about navigating what it means to be human — all through the lens of a camera and a calling. If you're looking for honest conversations that feed your soul and push you forward, welcome home.Join us wherever you listen to your podcasts or simply by clicking this link https://open.spotify.com/show/7iYqQmx...

OR Hangout with us on VIDEO on YOUTUBE at https://youtu.be/s8SbYnnIxvE?si=ehUw9K0yZyb0P4hFThis episode is brought to all platforms via the power of AI and the strongest most advanced Photo Ai platform on the Market! ICONIC is our all new profile available exclusively on the Imagen Ai platform. Click here to try ICONIC for FREE and watch your images come to life with the power of over 25,000 of our own edits powering every click. Imagen : https://imagen-ai.com/homepage-lp/?re...AUGUST 15 : https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photo SIGN UP NOW.

The photo educator that the world kind of needs. Especially for the ladies, this episode dives DEEP behind Alora Rachelle. From Burned Out to CEO Alora is a successful photographer turned mindset coach that focuses on inspiring female photographers to level up their businesses. She's a mom, a brilliant voice, a talented artist, and a really entertaining podcast host over at the Wedding Atelier Podcast which I (Miles) was just a guest on, ALSO releasing TODAY.

CHECK HER PODCAST OUT AT https://podcasts.apple.com/ky/podcast/how-to-be-authentically-artistic-with-miles-whitboyer/id1494012135?i=1000706473782

If you need a marketing coach, CEO coach, or just super rad new friend connect with Alora at

https://www.alorarachelle.com/

Jay has this magnetic composure to him. A larger than life guy with a million stories who has maintained a posture of humility and kindness despite incredible success. We're excited to share with the world the Jay so many photographers know and call friend. The normal dude with a big laugh behind some absolutely remarkable images.

https://www.jaycassario.com/ Check here for Jay's website or find him on instagram https://www.instagram.com/jaycassario/

This episode mentions our new partnership with Narrative Edit - the one place where you can cull, ship, and curate Ai edited images right through Adobe Lightroom with our very own color science applied. https://narrative.so/edit for more information and make sure you try the Iconic Color Style by Miles Witt Boyer.

For more information on the Photographic Collective find us any time @mileswittboyer and @jaredmarkfincher on instagram.

Before you spend hours designing reels in Adobe or downloading some horrible tacky app that Instagram lowkey penalizes you for using anyway we're bringing in the expert in Instagram Reels to walk us through the future. Angela isn't JUST the founder and CEO of Social Templates, she's also a really talented photographer with a long history of taking beautiful images and getting those images into the hands of the right couples. This chat is all about the practicality of the future and how important being intentional with social media can be.

This in depth conversation is all about the growth of this idea. How Angela went from being an educator at WPPI to being a brand on the tradeshow floor and how you as a photographer can benefit from utilizing better instagram strategies in 2024 to reach the clients you're searching for. For more info about Angela and Social Templates follow them on Instagram @socialtemplates.co and when you drop them a DM make sure you tell them we sent you!

Come along as we spill the beans on all things travel tips and cherished memories from wild globetrotting escapades. Picture this: exotic locales, stunning backdrops, and a million pounds of camera equipment. Yep, that's the world of destination weddings, and I've got the inside scoop to share.

From packing hacks to navigating cultural quirks, I've learned a thing or two about making the most out of shooting in far-flung places. And trust me, it's not always as glamorous as it seems – but oh, the stories I could tell!

Join me as I reminisce about some of my favorite moments behind the lens, and some of the best things to consider when flying with cameras in the overhead storage.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dreaming of chasing sunsets with your camera in tow, this episode is for you. Let's dive into the art of destination wedding photography and uncover the secrets to creating images that truly stand the test of time.

Get ready for a laid-back chat filled with wanderlust and wedding bells. It's time to celebrate the joy of travel, photography, and love – one frame at a time. Let's dive in!

The PhotoCo podcast is a production of the Photographic Collective llc based in Bentonville, Arkansas hosted by Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher

I've said it before but Tyler is my (Miles writing) favorite elopement photographer. His pure view, dynamic movement, and creative composition has been an inspiration to my work for years and our friendship has been a constant thread back and forth for quite awhile. It's a huge honor to introduce PHOTOCO to Tyler. For more of his work or to get more information about an Expedition (the coolest adventure workshops on the planet) check out his website https://tylerrye.com/ or just connect with him like I do @tylerrye_ on instagram

PHOTOCO - the podcast - is a production of The Photographic Collective and is hosted by Arkansas based photographers Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher. All content is ©2024 Photographic Collective inc. and can not be used without permission. To join the fastest growing, most positive, most dynamic community of photographers on the planet completely free check out the Photographic Collective on facebook or simply visit https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photographic-collective

Join us as we delve into the remarkable transition from renowned wedding photographer to groundbreaking AI artist. Jonas shares his insights, challenges, and the creative process that led him to reimagine his artistic expression through artificial intelligence. From capturing timeless moments in weddings to crafting digital masterpieces, his journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, we tackle the big question: Is AI art actually art? Together with Jonas Peterson, we explore the intersections of technology and creativity, discussing the implications, controversies, and the emotional impact of AI-generated art. Can a machine evoke the same emotions as a human artist? Is the soul of the artist lost in lines of code? Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges preconceptions and pushes the boundaries of what we consider art in the digital age.

Whether you're a photography enthusiast, an AI aficionado, or simply curious about the evolving landscape of art, this episode of the Photographic Collective Podcast is not to be missed. Join us on a captivating journey through pixels and emotions, as we uncover the story of Jonas Peterson's transformation from capturing love stories to creating art that transcends the boundaries of the human hand.

Finally if you're wondering whether or not that entire description was written using Ai the answer is absolutely. Chat GPT powered this whole thing and the truth is, whether you're ready for it or not Ai is a part of our every day lives and artist and visionaries like Jonas Peterson are leading the charge.

check out this article all about Jonas' work :

https://dolcemag.com/beauty/jonas-peterson-art-reimagined-by-ai/46889

for our first episode with Jonas Peterson - the most listened to episode of this podcast ever :

https://www.mileswittboyer.com/podcast/jonas-peterson-more-authentic-photography

--We all need to hear this stuff.--

An episode full of truth and totally relatable stories and struggles and tiny wins from April Payne, a Houston based wedding and portrait photographer who is as humble as she is talented. So many people in this industry come to the end of fall and absolutely collapse from exhaustion. We burn ourselves out every year trying to strike while the irons hot in our minds but this episode really opens up the truth of how quickly success can show up when you just keep moving the needle forward a little at a time and surround yourself with people who believe in you.

April's perspectives here are absolutely powerful. "I can do the scary stuff" is a mantra that has taken her from a brand new photographer to a completely in demand brand in only a few years all while managing to keep her marriage, her home, and her family front of mind. This interview is a great chance to reset our priorities coming into the holidays and a slower season for most of the photo industry and audit our goals and who we're surrounding ourselves with for support. Make sure you check out April's work https://aprilmpaynephotography.com/ and consider joining her and a whole community of like minded, positive, encouraging photographers in one of our small groups simply by visiting https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb

This episode is sponsored by the raddest preset pack ever released. https://www.gpresets.com/product/abidepresets/

Get the ABIDE preset pack from Miles Witt Boyer Presets today and then DM me @mileswittboyer or @mileswittboyerpresets on insta your before and after images for a chance at being featured!

For more info on Photo Insiders and how you can learn directly from Vanessa Joy click here https://www.breatheyourpassion.com/

For bite sized and easily understood tips and tricks as well as plenty of eye candy from Vanessa's work, tutorials on everything from posing tricks to what camera and lighting equipment she is using make sure you keep up with her on her on youtube https://www.youtube.com/@VanessaJoy

The PhotoCo Podcast is a production of Photographic Collective LLC. Produced by Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher in Bentonville, Arkansas as an extension of the free to join photo community - The Photographic Collective. For more information on joining the large community, joining a small training group, one on one training opportunities, or just to say hi send Miles a message any time @mileswittboyer on instagram or via https://photographic-collective.com/

After over a year of going strong with the PhotoCo podcast, a booming community in the Photographic Collective facebook group, constantly evolving conversations and small group trainings in the PhotoCo Slack Channels and now ABIDE the first official preset pack by Miles Witt Boyer and GPresets it's safe to say there's a few balls in the air.

THANK YOU AHEAD OF TIME for investing in Abide and for upleveling your brand, your color, and your community with PhotoCo, Miles Witt Boyer, and Jared Fincher.

One of my closest friends in the photography industry this was a chat I've been waiting to have publicly for a long time. Typically held over a whiskey at a tiny bar in New York or tucked away from the crowds over dinner at WPPI in Las Vegas my friendship with Derek has been filled with these conversations from the very beginning and I'm pretty excited to be able to share a deeper side of Derek with the world.

Take a moment to check out Derek's work here : https://www.likeamacheen.com/

Grab your copy of the Twenty Twenty book here : https://www.blurb.com/b/10902233-twenty-twenty-standard-edition

Follow Derek on Instagram here : https://www.instagram.com/likeamacheen

Alison Conklin is a Philadelphia (area) based wedding and commercial photographer. She is a Fujifilm X Photographer and her work can be seen here https://www.alisonconklin.com/ or via her Fujifilm profile page here https://fujifilm-x.com/en-us/photographers/alison-conklin/

She can also be found over in the large group for the Photographic Collective, a community packed with positive, purpose filled photographers from around the globe. Join the large group or apply for small group training or mentorship by simply clicking over to http://photographic-collective.com/ The PhotoCo Podcast is a production of The Photographic Collective LLC hosted by Photographers Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher based in Bentonville, Arkansas. All portions of this recording at ©2023 Photographic Collective llc.

We're flooded with big egos in the photo/video world these days. There's a general approach to success that says that you don't need to make it if you can convincingly fake it for long enough and Chris is a refreshing answer to that. He's a successful guy but it's not the success that drives him. Creating work he's proud of along side close friends for clients he connects with all so that he can provide for a family that he loves; this dude has his head on straight and this conversation could easily serve as a clear reminder that there really are some remarkable names out there you may not have heard of yet.

We'll be chatting about this episode in the private Slack Channels for PHOTOCO Small Group members this week as we unpack the difference between Hustle and Grind and would love to keep all of our listeners up to date in the Photographic Collective Facebook Group. If you're not a member of PHOTOCO yet simply click over to https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photoco/hq and jump into a community of image makers with success and positivity on our minds.

For more information on Chris and to see his work check his website here http://www.lvl13.com/ or simply follow him on instagram @lvl13cinematography

The PhotoCo podcast is a production of The Photographic Collective LLC based in Bentonville, Arkansas. Hosted by Photographers Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher all portions of this conversation are ©2023 Photographic Collective LLC.

If you've ever wondered how to approach getting your wedding photography published, how to better curate your portfolio to speak directly to the clients you're hoping to reach, how important having a consistent look and feel to your images is, or simply what it's like to be on the consulting end of the photo/video industry this episode is going to answer so many questions for you. As always we're so excited to continue this conversation over in the Photographic Collective community on Facebook and in our Small Group Training programs taking place right now in the all new PHOTOCO Slack Channels. For more information on any of that, to join in on the fun, or simply to connect directly with Miles and Jared simply connect with us @mileswittboyer on instagram or at our website https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photoco/hq

To see more from https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers simply click the link! The PHOTOCO podcast is a production of The Photographic Collective llc based in Bentonville, Arkansas. Hosted by Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher this interview is ©2023 Photographic Collective llc.

The PhotoCo podcast is a production of the Photographic Collective LLC and is recorded, produced, and released right here in our lovely little home town of Bentonville, Arkansas. Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher are full time photographers simply doing life together as friends and business partners and opening the door for amazing creators and entrepreneurs to have a community to call home. If you like this episode please join the group, subscribe to the show, and give us a five star review!

Sitting on this episode with two absolute legends. James Broadbent founded Narrative to solve the problems that photographers all over the world are facing. From the headaches of blogging to managing the culling and cataloging process outside of Lightroom this is a dude with incredible vision and insight and right along side him we bring in Kyle Wilson, wedding photographer, artist, and Narrative team member to spit ball together the way curating work can elevate it's value. This chat is filled with so many nuggets of wisdom and perspective we should probably charge for it, but instead we're going to give it away for free and then ask you to do a few things with this info!

First - https://narrative.so/select?affiliate=miles CLICK THAT LINK to try Narrative Select!

Second - https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photoco/hq JOIN US. There's a pretty rad little army of creatives hanging out every dang day in PHOTOCO and whether you're in a small group, a 2TO1 training group, or just chilling in the Photographic Collective Community I can promise you there's something waiting for you to learn, give, and grow right inside.

The Photographic Collective (PHOTOCO) is a production of Photographic Collective LLC based in Bentonville, Arkansas. This episode is ©2023 hosted by Miles Witt Boyer and Jared Mark Fincher.

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For more exclusive sit downs with people like Aga make sure you join the Photographic Collective, jump into a small group or a triad training with Jared and I and get engaged in community.

We will be breaking into a second quarter of 2023 topic train in all of our PHOTOCO small groups all about marketing after this episode airs and are eager to see students, mentors, peers, and friends make some great changes in the way they're reaching new clients and serving current ones with better strategies all around. For more information on how to join a small group, or to get in at the ground level with PHOTOCO join us over at https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photoco/hq

Make sure you give Ron + Jess some love and connect with them directly at https://ronandjessmarketing.com/ and if you're in the market for a team that can truly help you uplevel your marketing and reach more brides we'd strongly recommend giving them a shot!

We asked Garrett to be a part of this podcast because of just a sliver of his story. Leaving the Washington DC area to move closer to a place where his passion for mountain biking and the outdoors could be a more prominent part of his family's life but what we got out of him was more than Jared and I could possibly have expected. A story of intentionality, willingness to learn, humility, and so many amazing successes along the way. The simple fact is that Garrett Hubbard as a photographer, a film maker, a director, a father, and a husband is a man that we can all learn from as he so calmly describes his craft through the vein of it's value to sharing the stories of other people - to other people.

I walked away from this interview with a keen appreciation for the talent and the accomplishments of the people who quietly drive our industry forward always more focused on doing a good job than getting praise for it. Perhaps what strikes the hardest about this interview with Garrett is his willingness to give credit to the people from all over the country that have simply opened doors for him to walk through. Community is a critical element to success and Garrett Hubbard is absolutely willing to share his success with the people who have contributed to it. https://www.garretthubbard.com/

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If you're looking for a business coach, an accountability team, an editing workflow, a marketing strategy, or just a friend in the imaging industry we're discussing today something being built simply to serve you. This conversation with UK educator Tom Wright, US based film maker and director Brandon Buccheri, Architectural and portrait photographer, producer, and musician Jared Mark Fincher and Fujifilm Global Ambassador and wedding photographer Miles Witt Boyer is a candid, organic, raw approach to casing that vision.

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1. Refreshing your vendor relationships
2. Reviving Cold Client Relationships
3. Reexamining marketing tactics and your public voice

Jared and Miles run through some of the battles of seasonal business while also giving challenges and tips along the way that can help you press through road blocks in your businesses. 

Books Mentioned : 

1. "Shut up and run" - Robin Arzon
2. "Uncommon life" - Tony Dungy
3. "Results that last" - Quint Struder

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If you liked this episode, or any episode of the Photographic Collective Podcast please leave us a five star rating and a solid review and make sure you join the Photographic Collective. It's a free to join community of photographers from all over the world coming together to encourage and support each other along side a small group and 1TO1 training program hosted by Miles Witt Boyer. For more information on GPresets and for a 15% discount on everything in the store use the code PHOTOCO over at https://www.gpresets.com/.

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This episode was a blast to record and a chance to really expose our listeners to the guy behind so much of the magic at PhotoCo. Jared will be helping to host more often moving forward as well as helping me shape the way the PhotoCo community, small group trainings, workshops, and courses come together! A huge start to the year and a huge opportunity to share what we're most excited about as this humbling, exciting, and wild ride continues beneath us!

Whether you've found Ben because of the Six Figure Photography Podcast, or his Mastermind Group, or the Booked Solid workshop series, or Abundance, or heard him on a platform stage at WPPI, or this is your first experience diving into the mind of this amazing friend of mine let me tell you directly : Ben is one of the most authentically kind people I know. This conversation all centers around his perspectives on the "long game", showing up every day in an industry that you love with your best work, your best intentions, and your most positive outlook. You'll hear throughout this chat a general perspective that is pretty counter cultural to the wedding / portrait photography industry these days that says, more than likely you already have all that you need baked into you to succeed. Ben's vision as a coach is just to help you navigate through the garbage standing in your way and that perspective is as bold as it is beautiful.

Grab a coffee for this one, a notebook, and prepare to just be filled up with some goodness.

https://sleek.bio/benhartley

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Joe is a member of the Photographic Collective Community, a free to join creative group that exists simply to scale the value of the voices inside of it. This conversation is a perfect example of the kind of chat that happens weekly inside the community with the intent on building more legacy minded, service oriented creatives. If you're struggling with how to price your photography, building packages, understanding sales, client workflow, or simply want a refresher on how simple it can be to close the deal with your ideal client when you know how to communicate your value to them : this conversation is for you.  

https://josephtorresphotography.com/ 

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Tom Wright is a remarkable storyteller, educator, and consultant based in the UK. His work can be seen here https://www.bytomw.com/  Tom is also an active member of the Photographic Collective, a FREE TO JOIN community for like minded, positive creators. The Photographic Collective podcast is ©2022 Photographic Collective LLC, hosted by Arkansas Photographer Miles Witt Boyer with editing and engineering by Jared Mark Fincher. To see this episode and more content in video form make sure and check out our YOUTUBE channel 

As a commercial shooter Aaron's photography is at the top of the industry. With a refined eye for retouching and finished product and a rolodex of big name clients and olympic athletes along side a formal sponsorship by Fujifilm this this an artist who has earned a little bit of ego and yet you'll hear in this episode he has absolutely none. Quick to defer success to the teams of people around him. Quick to see his role on set as a person who has the opportunity to show respect and love and appreciation to everybody else who is helping him do his job well. Quick to get home in time to tuck his kids in bed. Aaron jumped in this one interview from one of my personal favorite photographers to a man, a dad, and a husband I really look up to.

www.andersonvisuals.com

IG: @aaronandersonvisuals

Twitter: @a2foto

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This episode is all about the truth that popularity and profit are not the same thing. I'm excited for you to hear it and equally excited to get your reactions to it! If you aren't already a member of the Photographic Collective CLICK HERE or find our facebook group "The Photographic Collective". PhotoCo is a positive FREE community for photographers from all over the world coming together with one goal : intentional community. We'd love to have you!

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This is a special episode. Not only is Brooke a friend right here in my home town of Bentonville, Arkansas, she was also a client of mine on the other end of my camera at her wedding earlier this year. Getting to know her, drink coffee and eat the most delicious coffee cake at her home, hang out with her husband, and now offer a platform to help tell her story has been an absolute honor. 

The Connected Cup website: https://www.theconnectedcup.com

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGpEgxF_tbw

Follow on Instagram: @itsbrookebierhaus

See Brooke's Work: https://www.bierhauscreative.com and https://www.vidbee.org

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You can connect with Varina via her INSTAGRAM page here or find her as a member over in the PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTIVE

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Fer says it best in this interview. For years the wedding photography industry has been consumed by people quick to niche themselves into a style or micro genre. Documentary shooters. The Looks Like Film people. The Fearless Photographers. Often what we end up seeing when these communities arise is a level of insecurity towards the way other people are doing things. Fer's perspective on pulling little ideas, concepts, creative tactics from as many sources as possible and allowing all art to permeate into his work may be the reason that his photography is so creatively compelling. It really is a great conversation with one of my very favorite shooters in the world today.

The Photographic Collective is a FREE to join community of photographers from around the world coming together simply to connect in a positive and intentional way. You can join any time simply by clicking HERE Connected with Fer Juaristi directly in spanish via his Patreon Page , or at his WEBSITE.

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This episode is with wedding photographer Derek Couts though the conversation easily applies to all creatives and entrepreneurs. How can we as individuals pursue a career and a purpose with our lives that is larger than our fears, our insecurities, and our self doubts? More importantly how can we build healthy habits that bring like minded people along side us in the process?

Derek is a good friend of mine, an admin and member of the Photographic Collective, a free to join community built simply to inspire positivity and courage in creatives. He's a bit shy in this interview because the ask was for him to be pretty vulnerable but I'm certain that his humility and transparency will touch people in a very authentic way. See Derek's photography with the Arkansas Wedding Collection here or to reach out to Derek for SEO or website auditing advice connect with him directly at DerekCouts.com

Todays episode is sponsored by Bedford Camera and Video. Receive 5% cash back on any purchase made through Bedfords by simply using the code "MWB" at checkout. (Discount applied upon shipping) The Photographic Collective Podcast is a production of PHOTOCO hosted by Arkansas based wedding photographer Miles Witt Boyer. Sound engineering and editing by Jared Mark Fincher. If you liked this episode please give us a five star review and make sure to like and follow this podcast as well as our sister podcast "Cutting on Action" hosted by award winning film maker Brandon Buccheri.

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To watch the youtube video referenced in this episode from Phil Porto CLICK HERE

Join in on SUPERHUMAN : a virtual workshop built to expand your business IQ, define your working thresholds, and scale your sales by CLICKING HERE.

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The Photographic Collective Podcast is a production of the Photographic Collective LLC hosted by Photographer and founder Miles Witt Boyer. Executive producer Jared Mark Fincher. Recorded along side our second podcast geared specifically to the film making and cinema industry hosted by Brandon Buccheri CUTTING ON ACTION.

The Photographic Collective Podcast is a production of PHOTOCO Productions hosted by Miles Witt Boyer with production and audio by Jared Mark Fincher. Along side the Cutting on Action Podcast with Brandon Buccheri PHOTOCO is an online community for photographers and videographers from around the world who come together for positive, intentional community. The best part? It's FREE to join. Click here for more information on PHOTOCO or to see more of Miles' work.  

Over the course of the last few years starting really in the height of the Covid-19 pandemic I've had the opportunity to get to know Tom on a personal level as a friend. His photography and videography, usage of lighting, color theory, editing, and even objective perspective towards coaching and mentoring other creatives has permeated into so many areas of my business. It's a huge honor to welcome people like Tom onto this podcast and give the world the opportunity to learn from him on an organic and authentic level. If you'd like to see more of Tom's work simply click over to https://www.bytomw.com/

If you'd like to know more about how to get involved with the Photographic Collective Community where you can find Tom Wright and all of the other guests of this podcast like Jonas Peterson, Alison Conklin, Phil Porto and Jai Long make sure you join us for free at https://photographic-collective.com/ The Photographic Collective podcast is a product of the Photographic Collective ©2022 is produced by Executive Producer Miles Witt Boyer with editing and sound engineering by Jared Mark Fincher. If you've enjoyed this podcast please take time to give us a five star review and subscribe and make sure you check out the newest podcast series in produced by the Photographic Collective hosted by Film Maker Brandon Buccheri CUTTING ON ACTION.

Jai Long has a story that has been told countless times, but not like this. This is a guy who's backstory has informed and prepared him to become one of the most sought after and prolific educators, podcasters, and personalities in the photography world today and yet for as often as he is interviewed people miss the magic that makes Jai so special. This episode is all about finding that magic. Understanding the way a kid from Australia who has been homeless several times, in and out of government housing with no formal education can not only beat the odds but turn his life into something so remarkable forever changed the way I look at all Jai has accomplished. He's brilliant, creative, kind, and bold. Not one to raise his hand when he has a question, not one to wait in line to be served, not one to follow social standards that get in the way of pursuing dreams, Jai's life has been a series of courageous, unrealistic goals turned into reality. We took some time in this episode to understand the origins of the Six Figure Business Map, the Wedding Summit, Free the Bird Photography, NoSkin Clothing, and so many of Jai's other businesses and ideas and what I learned was that Jai simply refuses to separate himself from his work but also refuses to separate his work from his joy. He goes all in on his success and his relationships simultaneously making sure that wherever he shows up he is at his best. One of the best interviews I've heard him give, though clearly I'm a bit biased, and I'm eager to see the world see Jai Long through a new lens. For more information on how you can interact with Jai Long connect with him via his website : https://jailong.co/ or find him in the PhotoCo member's only community that you can join for free by simply clicking over to photographic-collective.com.

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Mindset coaching like this can be a subtle and yet powerful way to realign yourself to your goals. In The Collective we're not simply empowering creativity, we're creating community. Encouraging creatives to make more intentional decisions for their families, their industries, and their businesses that translate into more purpose filled lives and more joy. Brandon Buccheri is an original member of the Photographic Collective, an active admin in our free to join Facebook Group, and the cofounder of a production company based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area called Evoko Films. His compassion for his industry and passion for telling stories with films has opened the door to a remarkably wise and mature perspective on business. You can find more about his work via his website https://www.evokofilms.com/ or connect with him directly along side over 500 other creative minds from all over the world for free in the Photographic Collective Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb.

Like what you're hearing? Want to be a guest of this podcast, interact with Miles directly, join a mentoring program, or just get to know more about Miles Witt Boyer's photography? Jump over to https://www.mileswittboyer.com/education and click "contact" to connect! The Photographic Collective Podcast is powered by Miles Witt Boyer Photography with production and editing by Jared Mark Fincher and based in Bentonville, Arkansas. 

For more information on Dave and his amazing wife Angela check out their absolutely beautiful website at https://www.daveandangphoto.com/

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From Jay Worsley "I’m one of those crazy passionate people. I find something I’m passionate about and my head just explodes with ideas, opportunities, and memories.I have this idea that there is an insane amount of beauty in the world. Whether in the deep forest, the sandy beaches, or even in the people surrounding us. This idea that there is endless story and beauty every where you look. That is what I pour into my films and any project I am lucky to be a part of.I create story driven films meant to evoke emotion while at the same time showcasing a brand's message or product."

sonderstorytelling.com  instagram.com/jayworsley

The Photographic Collective is a free community of creatives powered by Miles Witt Boyer along side a few of the most influential names in the photography and film making world today. A purpose filled, intentional place where we can come together and have the hard conversations safe from the cynical mindset that is so toxic in today's culture. Join us for free at https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb

Find more info about training programs and classes you can take from Fuel Your Photos at this website : https://www.fuelyourphotos.com/

Go check out more of Dylan's incredible, grainy, gritty, organic wedding photography at his website : https://dylanmhowell.com/

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Max Grubb is a wedding photographer based in Northwest Arkansas with a story that starts on the other side of the world. His eye for light and moment is empowered by a deep desire to serve and understand the stories that he is asked to capture and the work that is produced through his camera is some of the best I've ever seen. In this episode we dig deep into Max's upbringing but quickly get into the secrets to his success as a photographer and how building relationships and humanizing his subjects has allowed him unrestricted access to more authentic, more intentional, and more creative imagery.

If you'd like to see Max's work check out his website or simply connect with him directly through his instagram page.

The Photographic Collective is powered by Miles Witt Boyer Photography. We're an online community filled with positive, purpose filled photographers and creatives from all over the world. Free to join and packed with conversations, education, and community based opportunities to connect with like minded people along side a few of the most recognized photographers in the world. Join us for free HERE OR connect with Miles Directly through his website built for photographers.

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For more information about Rebecca Bradley and to see her beautifully authentic, organic, and artistic wedding photography based in Aukland, NZ click here : https://rebeccabradleyphotography.co.nz/

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About Miles : International wedding and portrait photographer and founder of The Photographic Collective and Miles Witt Boyer Photography, Miles’ keen eye for light and moment are matched with a passion for relationship and the human connection. Nationally published, award winning, with a company portfolio showing work from nearly 40 states and countries all over the world Miles feels like he is really just getting started. Miles and his team place a high value on experience for their clients noting that the most beautiful art is often a biproduct of being invited into arms length of the most important moments. He is a Fujifilm X/GFX Creator as well as a Fujifilm X-Photographer, and a Holdfast Gear Ambassador with a unique obsession with dynamic light and a love for teaching photographers to see light in special ways. Professor, Art Director, Marketing Consultant, Educator, Social Influencer, Entrepreneur and perhaps his most personally valued title is that of husband and father. Husband to a beautiful wife who helps manage and run his company. Dad to two brilliant little energetic boys who are no stranger to having their lives well documented. Find out more about Miles' work by visiting his website : https://www.mileswittboyer.com/

It was the beginning of this hunger for me to serve and give and really the precursor for this podcast that Jared Fincher and I started so it only feels right to bring these two remarkable artists and visionaries and friends onto the podcast to talk about pursuing purpose as a photographer. Igor Demba is world renowned as one of the absolute biggest and best names in the wedding industry. From being recognized as one of the world's best by Harper's Bazaar to being published and featured in every major publication globally Igor's work has connected with millions of photographers and yet his humility, his big laugh, and his genuine joy is what leads the way for him. A fun and involved dad and a passionate and present husband Igor is absolutely an example of priorities well placed. Tom Wright is a UK photographer with a background in weddings and portraiture that left to pursue commercial work several years ago. Tom has a keen eye for cinematic and beautiful sculpted light, a rare ability to story tell both for brands as well as individuals and an insatiable appetite for knowledge. He is as composed as he is brilliant, humble and approachable while being the talent behind some remarkable work. Over the last two years Igor and Tom have partnered in a number of projects the most recent being a training program that Igor is producing and that entire relationship grew from these chats.

Sit back and soak up some joy in this episode from three friends scattered across the globe as we talk about how we came together, where our lives are going, and how important community, purpose, and positivity are in shaping future success as a photographer.

Find Igor Demba at his website https://www.igordemba.com/

Find Tom Wright at his website https://www.bytomw.com/

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An Italian born in Germany and now living in London pursuing editorial and fashion portraiture with a rich history and long list of awards as a wedding photographer Nadia Meli is not only an inspiration, she's a beautiful soul. Go get lost in her work here : https://nadiameli.com/

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For more information on Ben's BOOKED SOLID and ABUNDANCE workshops or just for more information on how to join Ben's FREE Mastermind group head over to https://benhartley.com/work-with-me or simply head to https://sixfigurephotography.com/mastermind/

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For all of the time so many of us in the photography community spend educating at workshops, creating content on YOUTUBE, mentoring, shooting, training, editing, training associates, selling albums (and the list goes on and on)... The truth is that most of us can trace some part of how we do what we do back to the influence that Jonas Peterson has had on the industry. His friendships with names like Fer Juarsiti, Gabe McClintock, Jose Villa, etc are a perfect example of the level of work Jonas has created and yet for as accomplished as he is perhaps what we can learn the most from this conversation with him is how important it is to approach every client, every wedding with the humility to see them as the heros in their own story. No matter how famous Jonas has become his approach has always been to serve and love his couples and it shows perhaps most in his most recent work as he pairs Super8 video, expired Polaroid Film, and remarkable imagery into this art that is uniquely him.

To see more of Jonas Peterson's work check out his website https://jonaspeterson.com/

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We broke this conversation up into two episodes simply because there was no way to cut off such great content. That said this first half of our call with Jonas Peterson tracks his life as a destination wedding photographer and overnight success shooting over 40 weddings his very first year and traveling the world with a camera. The wrap up is a fascinating perspective from somebody who certainly deserves to have his heard that the “rockstar” destination photographer life can be not only self serving but also pretty toxic to the relationships at home and the couples who just want to have their authentic stories captured. We're left understanding the way rising to the absolute peak of the Photography Industry so quickly gave Jonas the opportunity to see his role with a camera for his clients in a revitalized way. Serving his couples and their stories intentionally rather than the klout that can come with shooting selfishly.

Super grateful for the time Jonas invested in this call from his home in Austin, Texas. He has been a favorite photographer of mine for years but watching his style shift and along with it his perspective on how to serve his clients and make sure that his work is honest and organic is something our whole industry could benefit from.

See more of Jonas’ work here : https://jonaspeterson.com

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So grateful for the time John put into being transparent about his story and giving so many useful tips that we can all learn from on our path's towards pursuing our dreams. John started out as he puts it "The toilet and coffee intern" learning to go "150%" at whatever opportunities he had in front of him and today finds himself with over 120,000 youtube subscribers and a global endorsement by one of the top camera companies on earth. A truly special and inspiring chat with a humbled, and humbling man.

Check out John Branch IV on his Youtube Channel and and his WEBSITE. 

John is also a member at our private and totally FREE Facebook Community - The PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTIVE where we host daily positive and purpose filled chats about the photo industry.

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So many photographers today feel this intense need to follow the pack, niche down, focus on developing their style, and chase down all of the newest gear and then wonder why they're drowning in impostor syndrome and a lack of motivation. Dawn's perspectives on simply living within our purpose and pursuing growth and style and opportunity only when it feels like the right time to do so and with intentionality is so inspiring. What we're left with when we follow Dawn's advice? Not simply work that feels organic but a clientele that is fully invested in the way we can capture with is authentically there.

I think you're going to love this laid back chat. It's rare to get the opportunity to hear a photographer and educator as well known as Dawn dig this deep into her philosophy and Dawn's love for her clients, her family, and her process really shines through. I know I was personally challenged to dig even deeper into utilizing client questionnaires to allow my relationships, my posing, and even my compositions to reflect the people who have hired me to document them.

To dig deeper and get to know Dawn Photo even better drop her a DM via her Instagram handle.

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See Dawn's brand new website filled with grainy filmic work from all over the Oregon Coast and beyond.

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The Photographic Collective Podcast is a positive purpose filled podcast hosted by photographer Miles Witt Boyer and edited by Jared Mark Fincher. It serves to not only uplift the photo community by bringing in a few of the most affluent and influential names in the photography industry and having candid casual conversations with them but then takes those conversation over into a community on facebook where we can all serve and grow along side each other. For more information on PhotoCo and the upcoming PhotoCo University drop Miles a DM on Instagram @mileswittboyer

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The Photographic Collective Podcast is an extension of the PhotoCo community hosted by Wedding Photographer Miles Witt Boyer. It is a weekly podcast featuring guests from around the photography industry with the goal of sharing positive, purpose filled, intentional perspectives on how to pursue art, business, and success. All episodes are edited by sound engineer and PhotoCo Admin Jared Mark Fincher.

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Photographers - You Don't Need Social Media. You Don't Need Watermarks. You Don't Need the constant affirmation of the masses to validate you as an artist. But - what you do need... Community and clients. This episode is all about realigning us to how we are showing up for our businesses in more tangible, relationship oriented ways.

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It's a pretty wild time in the history of photography with almost no barrier to entry. The sheer population of new photographers has created a see of egos just shouting about themselves into the void but amongst so many talented artists, and so many popular names, and so many opportunities to succeed as a photographer today people like Marcos really stand out to me. Genuinely attracted to the stories of the people he is hired to shoot. Honestly trying to serve his family, his community, and his industry with his gifts. Intentionally working towards leaving the world around him a better place and this conversation is the tip of that iceberg. We discuss everything from his philosophy as a wedding photographer to how Marcos becoming a father shifted the value of the images he was taking in his own mind.

Check out more of Marcos' work at his website https://marcossanchez.net/

Join Marcos, and myself, and all of our past guests over at the Photographic Collective Facebook Group.

To join me and a few hundred photographers who believe in the power of positivity and intentionality over at the Photographic Collective click here : https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb

Check out more of Jared's work at https://www.jaredmarkfincher.com/

See her work or contact her via her website at https://bypetronella.com

Join us for free over at the Photographic Collective Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb

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About the Photographic Collective : Like one big coffee date turned happy hour. PhotoCo is a community of creatives and image makers that was made to level up each other's art, business concepts, and client experience. From well known names in the photography industry to hobby shooters with new cameras it's a safe place to share work, ask for help, and build actual, meaningful relationships all while soaking up some really valuable knowledge from a few of the brightest and best around. Curated by Miles Witt Boyer's team and a few key friends we're just excited to meet each member and offer them a place to hang out and connect with each other!

Join Alison and Miles and a few hundred other positive, encouraging photographers at the Photographic Collective Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb

See more of Alison's work here https://www.alisonconklin.com/

Connect with Miles directly here https://www.mileswittboyer.com/

Join Dave and Miles and a few hundred other positive, encouraging photographers at the Photographic Collective Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb

See more of Dave + Ang's work here https://www.daveandangphoto.com/

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See More of Jason's work at https://vinsonimages.com/ or follow him on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vinsonimages_jason

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In this episode I break down four specific, actionable, real steps you can take right now and implement into your brand in the future that will insulate you from being swallowed up and will add value and depth to not only your photography but your client experiences. We all know that the off season just just around the corner. Between wedding summits, photography workshops, educational guides, and prepping for the next year it's possibly more important now than ever to make sure that you're building your company on bricks that withstand future shifts in the wedding and portrait industry.

For more information on the Photographic Collective coaching protocols and group trainings, to learn more about Miles, or just to check in DM any time on instagram @mileswittboyer, email miles@mileswittboyer.com, or find Miles at https://www.mileswittboyer.com/

It's a huge honor to have candid conversations like this with photographer I so respect but the ultimate goal of this podcast is to educate and Charmi is an absolute class act at giving us all nuggets of wisdom she's picked up on how important it can be to not simply be an artist, but to respect your art and photography enough to put parameters around it. I think you'll enjoy the conversation and as always I'd love to hear your thoughts over on instagram @mileswittboyer or in my inbox miles@mileswittboyer.com or check in at www.mileswittboyer.com

Follow Charmi Patel Pena at @charmipenya on instagram or at her website https://www.charmipena.com

You can follow him at @holdfastgear on Instagram. 

The Five Steps

1. Don't Break Rules Until You Know Them.

2. Prioritize your clients memories over your photos.

3. Learn to allocate a little bit of time in each shoot for you.

4. Don’t build your pricing reactively.

5. Keep it simple for as long as you have to.

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