Beyond The Basics

I think it's fair to say everyone knows at least one photographer or has worked with one before - Yes? Photography has been known for being a saturated industry, but in this episode, Joanne Distaso is telling us about how she niched and found a unique opportunity working with kids to photograph their milestone years.

Jo has been in the photography business for the last 16 years doing everything from self portraits to large weddings, but if there's anything she's learned and ready to give advice on - it's finding your specialty. Growing up in the same town she now owns her business, she discusses the challenges she's faced starting from scratch after leaving what she thought was her dream job in pharmaceutical sales, how she strategically plans out her business year-to-year, and the way's which she's learned to set boundaries along the way.

With a mission to meet cool people, take cool photos, and make people happy, Jo has embodied what it means to make someone feel confident in front of the camera and authentically represent themselves.

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Have you ever dreamed of what your life will look like 3 years from now? Had a dream so close in reach but your thoughts were too unorganized to reach it? Or just a dream... and it ended with a simple thought because you felt you lacked the knowledge or wisdom on how to make it come true?

Kelsey Murphy is a life & business coach sharing her best kept tips on how you can reach your wildest dreams with a few simple steps. Featured in media outlets such as Business Insider, Huffington Post, Laure Conrad, & Forbes, Kelsey Murphy is paving the way for individuals looking to live their fullest and most successful lives. 

In this episode, you can expect to hear Kelsey's thoughts on creating a routine while setting attainable goals for yourself, big picture thinking when it comes to manifesting your dream life, and talking about the simple steps you can take to become the most successful and fulfilled version of yourself.

Let's just say this is one of those episodes I highly suggest setting the mood; pull out your notebook, grab a glass of wine(or whatever you prefer to drink), and imagine all life's possibilities.

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In today's episode with teacher, author, and prop stylist, Robin Zachary, we have an in depth conversation about working in a creative industry while remaining intentional and authentic, reaching a very wide and broad group of people. Robin is nothing short from a success when it comes to still life styling. From an early career in art & creative directing for magazines, to teaching at FIT, to writing her book, Styling Beyond Instagram, Robin is here to share all about her experiences and well rounded knowledge.

In this episode you can expect to takeaway helpful tips for working with a photographer when it comes to styling for a shoot,`do's and don'ts for all industry beginners, benefits to having a branded yet diversified niche, and how Instagram has affected the world of photography and styling.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

It's one thing to be passionate about a topic that helps others, but creating an entire Non-Profit Organization from the ground up to help raise awareness and funds for that passion takes it to a whole new level. In this episode, Meghan Decker, younger sister to Tyler Decker, discusses how she launched Tyler's Tribe after her brother (26 at the time) was diagnosed with ALS.

Finding the beautiful within the not so beautiful has been Meghan's way from the beginning. She talks about the challenges in starting the NPO Tyler's Tribe, while also discussing the benefits that come with having one. She helps raise awareness about what ALS is, the treatments currently available, and how we can all be part of this organization. Listen to this episode and learn more about how Meghan takes matters into her own hands by being such a light in this community and giving people the resources they need to help get involved to find a cure for this horrible disease. 

If you would like to support and become part of Tyler's Tribe to #WipeOutALS , follow @tylerstribefoundation on social media, visit the website https://www.tylerstribe.com/, and donate to help raise money for new treatments and a cure. If you or someone you know is fighting this battle yourself, with a friend, or loved one, Tyler's Tribe is a great community to get involved in and Beyond The Basics will continue to support in any way we can!

Tyler, we are fighting with you my friend! 

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

In today’s short episode, Cameron takes on a solo conversation about her current IN’s and OUT’s within design. Going into detail on her opinions on what trends or design characteristics are her favorites, she hopes to help others elevate their space and make it feel more luxurious.

With a designer's eye into the future, her IN's could be beneficial to your next remodel, and her OUT's might just make you rethink the placement and purchases of other items. Either way, this episode is meant to provide an opportunity for Cameron to open up more on her thoughts on design and how they might be able to help others.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

She's a mom, a licensed esthetician, a health and life coach, sugaring educator, Reiki master, business coach, human design reader/strategist, yoga teacher, and let's just say the list goes on. Mailette Lopez is living out her passion and making moves in the beauty and wellness industry. Her multi-hyphenate and successful lifestyle has not gone unnoticed and her achievements are highly impressive.

Mailette has created a space for other females to grow their confidence using her wisdom, knowledge, and many years building businesses from the ground up, several of them growing to be over six figures. In this episode, Mailette goes beyond the basics of how she found success in the busy world we live in, her journey finding multiple businesses, the struggles of working in the beauty industry, and what's to come for her most recent project, The Rebel Collective.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Finding a place & moving in with your loved one isn't always easy...but take it from host, Cameron & her boyfriend & today's guest, Dylan Canepa, when they say you can make it happen more smoothly with a few simple steps.

It can be expected that when 2 individuals move in together that there will be many opinions on the way something should look and feel. In this episode Cameron & Dylan reflect on their experience moving in together over the last few months and how communication was key during the process. 

They discuss the importance in understanding priorities within a space and what they will be used for as well as those non-negotiables when looking for a home. Let me repeat that - Non-Negotiables, those deal breakers that help you choose a space that best fits the both of you. Successfully finding a balance between the masculinity and femininity within your home can be difficult, so for us having conversations about color palettes, styles, and the things we disliked most were important in order to make the design process a breeze. 

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Are you a home owner looking to improve your home before selling? A first time home buyer? Or even someone looking to get into the real estate field? Well then this episode is just for you!

Lucas Arias, real estate agent based out of Los Angeles, is sharing his knowledge and experiences with you to keep you updated with the most updated trends in real estate, gaining the confidence to sell million dollar homes, and how architecture & design can positively impact your home when buying & selling.

In this episode we go into detail on what it looks like working with a team of agents, the challenges you might face getting started in the real estate industry, and finding a passion that allows you to push yourself out of your comfort zone.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

She's getting her hands dirty... or should we say she's got her hands in the clay? Ava Thobe, co-founder of Glazed Garage and prior owner of Jaye Swim, is here to give you motivation to get your small business started and help you turn your passions into products. 

We've all experienced imposter syndrome when it comes to creating a business, but Ava is here to get you to step out of your comfort zone and Just Do It! From creating her own swimwear line, to curating one-of-a-kind handmade ceramics with her mother, her experiences owning small businesses are enlightening and strengthening our mindsets around running a product based business.

In this episode we go into the importance of collaborating with other like-minded business owners, reminding yourself that what you create doesn't have to be unprecedented, and finding the beauty in giving something the space it needs in order for it to be successful.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when designing for celebrities? Or how designers get the perfect shot when filming or photographing a space? Well Jesie is here to share all her wisdom when it comes to the above and more. 

Jesie is a styling genius who knows all the tips and tricks there are to know when it comes to anything relating to production design and prop styling. Managing the Production Design team for Living Spaces, Jesie has been able to partner with celebrities such as Nate Berkus & Jeremiah Brent, as well as The Property Brothers.

In this episode we go into detail on where Jesie sources her unique items for photoshoots, creating illusions behind the camera to make something look just right, finding inspiration in a job that keeps you on your feet for 12+ hours a day, and espresso martinis...which are definitely needed after those long days.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website at https://www.studioderive.com/contact.