Some episodes teach. This one expands.

Marie shares why this conversation is deeply personal, because Shannon Griffin has helped widen her lens for years. Not just in artistry, but in belief. In this episode, Shannon opens up about leaving weddings, building a low-volume, high-touch business model, and creating an experience where artwork is not an upsell. It is the point.

You will hear the mindset shifts that took Shannon from “I could never charge that” to confidently saying the numbers out loud, and why that confidence is one of the most luxurious signals you can give a client.

Why family photography can be more valuable than weddings, and why so many photographers undervalue it

Shannon’s transition out of weddings, and the real reason she knew she had to change everything

What a luxury, once-in-a-lifetime experience looks like, especially for boudoir and women-focused work

The pricing model that removes the digital-only ceiling

How Shannon builds trust-first sales without feeling pushy or performative

The ordering appointment strategy that gets clients excited about artwork before they even see the gallery

What elevates perceived value instantly: curation, restraint, and emotion

Money beliefs, guilt, and the “who am I to want more?” narrative, especially for women

Why the rise of AI is a reason to raise your prices, not lower them

The power of “enough” in different seasons, because high profit does not have to mean high hustle

1) Luxury is not louder. It is more curated.

2) Artwork-first changes everything.

3) Confidence is a sales strategy.

4) Your business model should protect your life.

Average client investment: around $10,000

Session fee mentioned: $1,450

Album pricing mentioned: starting around $6,500

Past client example: a $40,000 order featuring multiple framed pieces, metal prints, gallery walls, and matted print boxes

Sales approach: trust and guidance, not pressure. She will recommend what she genuinely thinks is best, even if it is the lower option

Where am I treating my work like a commodity instead of art?

Where am I still acting like family photography is “less than”?

Where am I explaining my prices because I am trying to earn permission?

What would change if I believed there was truly no cap?

Not every episode is meant to give you a checklist. Some are meant to shift your internal ceiling. If you felt something stir while listening, pay attention to that.

Shannon Griffin is known for creating museum-worthy imagery rooted in depth, emotion, and legacy, with a luxury client experience designed for high-end artwork sales. Her work centers women and family in a way that feels intimate, timeless, and profoundly intentional.

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Website: shannongriffin.com

Instagram: @shannongriffin

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Luxury isn’t just about a high price point. It’s the quiet details that communicate confidence, intention, and elevated value before a client ever meets you.

In today’s episode, Marie and Amber break down the invisible signals that make a brand feel luxury right away — from the words you choose, to the pace of your process, to the systems that create a calm, guided client experience.

If you’ve ever felt the urge to overexplain your pricing, bend to requests that don’t align, or “prove” your value, this episode is your reminder: luxury is built in clarity, structure, and steady confidence.

Potential clients decide what you’re worth before they ever email you. We talk about how your language, presentation, and boundaries quietly signal “high-end” from the start.

Luxury brands don’t cave to client requests, and they don’t overexplain. We discuss:

Words matter more than you think. We share luxury-aligned alternatives to bargain language, including:

Your investment page should lead with experience and emotion before numbers. We also talk about:

A luxury client experience is spacious, not rushed. We discuss:

Using a CRM isn’t just “organized” — it creates consistency and ease. We cover:

Boundaries aren’t just for burnout prevention — they’re a signal of authority. We talk about:

Luxury isn’t about being cold or exclusive. It’s about clarity, confidence, customization, and care — expressed through language, systems, boundaries, and a client experience that feels calm and intentional.

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The start of a new year is full of possibility — but it can also feel overwhelming. In this episode of the Luxe & Legacy Podcast, we’re talking about how to approach goal setting and vision boarding for 2026 with clarity, focus, and intention.

Marie shares why narrowing your focus to one or two meaningful goals can create more momentum than chasing every trend in the industry. We talk about distraction, doing less on purpose, and building on what’s already working in your business.

Amber then breaks down vision boarding in a way that goes far beyond a wishlist. We explore how to create vision boards based on how you want to feel, why your subconscious and nervous system play a role in what you allow yourself to receive, and how imagery can support aligned action and growth.

This episode blends practical strategy with mindset work to help you create real progress this year — without burnout.

In this episode, we cover:

If you’re craving a more grounded, intentional way to grow in 2026, this episode will help you reset and refocus.

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The Art of Saying No: Creating Clear Boundaries as You Step Into 2026

In this episode of the Luxe and Legacy Podcast, Amber and Marie share how setting clear boundaries can transform your photography business, especially as you step into a new year. They break down why boundaries are essential for luxury photographers, how they signal professionalism, and how they help attract aligned, high end clients.

This conversation covers practical boundary setting for photographers, including communication expectations, weekday vs weekend sessions, pricing confidence, client leadership, and navigating boundaries with friends and family. Amber also shares honest insight into balancing motherhood and business while building a sustainable photography career.

If you’re a photographer looking to raise your prices, attract luxury clients, avoid burnout, and create better work life balance in 2026, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and actionable strategies to move forward.

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Amber and Marie sit down with SEO expert Melissa Arlena to break down SEO in a simple, practical way. If you want to get found on Google, attract aligned luxury clients, and stop relying only on Instagram, this episode will give you clear next steps you can implement during slow season and beyond.

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https://www.instagram.com/melissaarlena/

https://pictureperfectrankings.com/the-blogging-club/

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In this episode, Amber and Marie break down why some images feel instantly high-end while others unintentionally read budget. They explore the visual cues that define luxury photography and share the intentional choices that elevate a portfolio. From lighting and color to posing, wardrobe, and curation, you will learn how to audit your work through the lens of The Vogue Test and shape a portfolio that attracts premium clients.

If you are ready to refine your portfolio and create a more elevated brand presence, stay tuned for upcoming resources.

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Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/

In this episode, Amber and Marie break down why some images feel instantly high-end while others unintentionally read budget. They explore the visual cues that define luxury photography and share the intentional choices that elevate a portfolio. From lighting and color to posing, wardrobe, and curation, you will learn how to audit your work through the lens of The Vogue Test and shape a portfolio that attracts premium clients.

If you are ready to refine your portfolio and create a more elevated brand presence, stay tuned for upcoming resources.

https://www.instagram.com/light_livin_photography/

https://www.instagram.com/marie.elizabeth.photo/https://lightlivinphotography.com/ 

Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/

Why ChatGPT only works well after you’ve built a clear brand foundation

The danger of generic AI output — and how to avoid “copy-paste photographer internet voice”

How Amber created a custom ChatGPT trained on her messaging

Using AI to repurpose one strong message into:

IG captions + hooks

Email newsletters

Pinterest descriptions

Blog outlines

Sales page copy

How ChatGPT can deepen connection while maintaining authenticity

Why AI should amplify your voice — not replace it

Marie’s workflow:

How Imagine edits her galleries in 15–20 minutes

Why she barely has to tweak anything anymore

Creating separate profiles (studio, outdoor, film stock)

The “secret sauce”: continuously feeding Imagine your refined edits so it learns your style

Amber’s experience:

Why Imagine didn’t work for her in the past — and what changed

The learning curve and how it handles tone curves + background masks

Where it excels and where she still fine-tunes things

Why it’s saving her after a huge tech issue this month

Key takeaway:

Marie’s go-to tools for newborn & family sessions:

Infant acne removal

Skin evening

Double-chin reduction

Hair frizz + flyaway removal

Eye catchlights

Amber’s approach:

Why she customizes a new “preset” for each client

Her favorite features: under-eye circle reduction, wrinkle softening, clothing de-wrinkle

What she uses sparingly to keep edits natural

How Voto saved a wind-blown lavender farm session

Why it’s the most user-friendly AI tool she’s tried

The biggest perk:

AI tools are evolving monthly — and the industry is moving fast.

Marie’s Courses — $200 off each:

The Posing Course

The Artwork Course

The Client Experience Course

Amber’s Black Friday Exclusive Bundle:

Light Livin Transformation Course

Playful Posing Course

Style Guide

Contract Templates

Imagen AI

Evoto

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Amber: @light_livin_photography

Website:

Amber: https://lightlivinphotography.com/ 

Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/

Here’s to using AI with intention, elevating your creative workflow, and building a photography business you love.

See you next week, friends!

In this episode, Amber and Marie talk openly about burnout and how to rebuild margin, creativity, and joy in your photography business.

You will learn:

Stay tuned for next week’s episode where they walk through the AI editing tools they have tested and what actually helps reduce burnout in the post processing phase.

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Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/

This week, Amber and Marie are joined by Stacy Musgrave, a mindset and relationship coach who helps women align with abundance, purpose, and ease in both life and business.

In this heart-opening conversation, the trio explores what manifestation and abundance energy really mean — in practical, grounded ways that photographers and creatives can use every day. If you’ve ever felt resistance around pricing, comparison, or self-worth, this episode will help you understand how your thoughts shape your results — and how to shift from scarcity into flow and confidence.

Whether you’re new to mindset work or you’ve been curious about manifestation, this conversation is full of simple, actionable ways to reframe your thoughts and attract more of what you truly want.

What manifestation and abundance energy actually are (without the “woo”)

Stacy’s journey from teaching and photography to mindset coaching

How your thoughts directly shape your energy and actions

The signs you’re operating from scarcity vs. abundance

The science behind manifestation — and how your brain helps create results

Practical steps to manifest goals (no fluff, just focus and belief)

How to rewrite limiting money stories and reframe pricing guilt

Using affirmations to rewire your mindset

The connection between mindset, energy, and sustainable business growth

Why abundance begins with clarity, awareness, and daily mindset practices

“I want ________, but…” — Write out every reason your brain gives you that you can’t have it. Then reframe each as an and statement that opens new possibility.

“What’s my money story?” — Explore how your family, culture, or past experiences shaped your beliefs about money and worth.

“What would it look and feel like if I already had what I desire?” — Write it in the present tense, as if it’s already yours.

📚 You Are a Badass & You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero

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Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/

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