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🔴 If you want to build a photography business but feel stuck chasing social media engagement — likes, hearts, followers, and thumbs up — this episode is for you.

Many photographers believe they need social media engagement to grow. More followers. More hearts. More comments.

But what if the new way to build a photography business doesn’t depend on the algorithm at all?

In this episode of Capture and Connect, I’m sharing:
• Do you really need social media to build a photography business?
• How to get photography clients without chasing trends
• The photography business metrics that actually matter
• How to grow a photography business without depending on likes

If you’re a landscape, nature, or fine art photographer wondering how to get real clients — not just attention — this conversation will help you shift your focus from engagement to income.

You’ll learn:
✔ How photographers built businesses before social media
✔ Why likes don’t always turn into photography clients
✔ How to connect with the right people instead of more people
✔ Why email and direct outreach still work
✔ What to track if you want to grow a sustainable photography business

You don’t need to go viral.
You don’t need to follow every trend.
You need clarity, direction, and a steady strategy.

If you’re serious about building a photography business that lasts, this episode will help you rethink what really matters.

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💬 I’d love to know:
What part of building your photography business feels most challenging right now?
Let me know in the comments.

👉 "My mission is to help photographers connect with people through their art—so they can make a living doing what they love." Learn more about me and my coaching work at: https://www.photobizmethod.com

📌 It’s time to achieve success in your photography business by putting the right value on your photography work.

Cheers,
Janice Sullivan | Capture and Connect Host

Do Photography Awards Actually Help You Get Clients? Many photographers are told that awards, recognition, and competitions are the path to credibility—and eventually, clients. But is that actually true when you’re selling your work to people who aren’t photographers?

In this episode of Capture & Connect, I explore the role photography awards play in a creative business and where they do—and don’t—fit when your goal is attracting buyers, businesses, or collectors rather than teaching other photographers.

If you’ve ever wondered:
whether awards really influence client decisions
why recognition doesn’t always lead to inquiries
or how clients actually decide who they trust

this conversation will help you look at awards, confidence, and connection in a new way—without pressure or hype.

This episode is especially relevant for landscape, nature, and fine art photographers who want to build a sustainable business connecting with non-photographers.

📌 It’s time to achieve success in your photography business by putting the right value on your photography work.

⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 – Do Photography Awards Actually Help You Get Clients?
(Setting the core question + frustration)
01:12 – Who Photography Awards Really Matter To
(Peer recognition vs client decisions)
03:10 – Why Photography Awards Don’t Build a Business on Their Own
(Missing connection + translation)
05:05 – Honest Question: Why Are You Entering Awards?
(Confidence vs connection reflection)
06:10 – What Clients Actually Look for When Hiring a Photographer
(Trust, emotion, clarity)
09:42 – When Awards DO Make Sense (Teaching vs Selling Art)
(This is where your clarification naturally lives)
10:26 – Clients Buy Meaning, Not Merit
(Key takeaway + mindset shift)
11:44 – Final Thoughts + Weekly Live Premiere

The conversation explores the rise of photography as a second career and the value of experience in photography. It delves into the deepening of photography over time and the importance of creating with intention and connection.

Takeaways

• Photography as a second career
• Value of experience in photography

Chapters

• 00:00 Rise of Photography as a Second Career
• 05:19 Deepening of Photography Over Time

The conversation delves into the buyer's perspective on pricing and the factors that influence their decision-making process. Janice Sullivan shares her experience and insights, highlighting the importance of understanding buyer behavior and effectively communicating value to potential buyers. The discussion also covers the significance of limited vs. open editions in photography, as well as practical tips for pricing and value communication.

Takeaways

• Buyer's perspective on pricing
• Factors influencing buyer's decision

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding Buyer's Perspective
• 07:00 Factors Influencing Buyer's Decision
• 17:10 Limited vs. Open Editions
• 23:56 Pricing and Value Perception

In this RAW called 'Staying Focused in a Changing Photography Business (RAW)' behind-the-scenes episode, I’m sharing what I’m personally seeing and experiencing inside my photography business as things shift creatively, commercially, and online.

This isn’t a tutorial.

It’s an honest conversation about:
adapting without losing your identity,
understanding trends without chasing noise,
and staying connected to the work you love.

I talk about what’s influencing creative decisions right now, how licensing and business timelines actually work behind the scenes, and why so many photographers start doubting themselves after watching the wrong kind of business content.

If you’ve been feeling pulled in too many directions — or quietly questioning your path — this episode will help you reset.

Photographers often struggle with the dilemma of creative freedom, wanting to capture a variety of subjects and styles without feeling restricted. However, the impact of scattered presentations and the importance of building grouped portfolios are crucial for connecting with viewers and attracting clients. Understanding the diverse approaches to portfolio creation and the actionable steps for portfolio organization are essential for achieving clarity and value in a photography business.

Takeaways

• Balancing creative freedom with organized portfolio presentation is crucial
• Grouping work into focused portfolios is essential for attracting clients

Chapters

• 00:00 The Dilemma of Creative Freedom
• 05:21 Building Grouped Portfolios
• 11:24 Clarity and Value in Photography Business

In this episode From Passion to Profit - Why Community Matters in a Photography Business with Mike Moats of Capture & Connect. Janice Sullivan sits down with Mike Moats to talk about something many photographers overlook when building a business:

👉 The power of community for flower photographers.

This conversation is not about learning macro photography techniques.
It’s about how photographers grow creatively and professionally when they stop working in isolation and start building intentional support systems around their work.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why community accelerates confidence, clarity, and momentum

The business thinking behind Mike’s Flower Photography Club

Why live interaction, inspiration, and access matter more than endless content

How photographers can build upon their own creative photography business through focus and support

Mike shares why he created the Flower Photography Club, a live, community-driven space where photographers can ask questions, get inspired, and grow their creative vision over time — without overwhelm.


🌸 The Flower Photography Club is open now
If you’re looking for inspiration, guidance, and a creative community to support your photography journey, this is a great time to join here: https://www.mikemoats.com/form/flower...

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🎙️ Capture & Connect
👉 For Landscape, Nature and Fine Art Photographers who want to take their passion to profit.

👉 "My mission is to help photographers connect with people through their art—so they can make a living doing what they love." Learn more about me and my coaching work at: https://www.photobizmethod.com

📌 It’s time to achieve success in your photography business by putting the right value on your photography work.

Cheers,
Janice Sullivan | Capture and Connect Host

In this podcast, Janice Sullivan discusses the intricacies of running a professional photography business, focusing on setting and achieving goals, evaluating investments, and the importance of community support. She emphasizes the need for accountability and strategic planning to ensure success in the photography industry.

Takeaways

It's important to set clear goals for the year.

Evaluate your investments to ensure they align with your business objectives.

Having a separate business account is crucial for financial clarity.

Accountability can significantly enhance your chances of success.

Community support can provide valuable resources and encouragement.

Don't rush into decisions without proper evaluation.

Invest in tools that genuinely help your business grow.

Be open to adjusting your goals as circumstances change.

Consistency and time are key to building a successful business.

Engage with others in your field for inspiration and support.

In this RAW podcast, Janice Sullivan discusses her journey as a photographer and creative coach, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks and exploring new creative avenues. She encourages photographers to pursue their passion and not be discouraged by naysayers, sharing her excitement for upcoming projects and the potential for turning passion into profit.

Takeaways

Janice Sullivan is a creative and business coach for photographers.

She emphasizes the importance of taking breaks to recharge creativity.

Podcasting serves as a platform for her to share ideas and encourage photographers.

Janice is excited about exploring iPhone editing during her vacation.

She believes in the potential of turning passion into profit.

The photography business is not just about making money; it's about continuous growth.

Janice aims to help photographers overcome negativity from naysayers.

She expresses gratitude to her listeners for their support.

The conversation highlights the importance of community in the photography world.

Janice is looking forward to exciting projects in the future.

00:00 Introduction to RAW and Photography Business

01:18 The Importance of Taking Breaks

02:39 Exploring New Creative Avenues

04:27 Encouragement for Aspiring Photographers

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