NineDots: The DotCast

Wow can't believe this is our 50th episode! And in this weeks podcast Rahul Khona is joined by Alan Law, one of the UK's best documentary photographers, founder of This Is Reportage and the undefeated NineDots Gathering Ping Pong Champion. In this episode we talk a lot about enjoying life, mental health, taking time out from photography and family life.

We also discuss taking risks, starting new ventures, wedding photography awards,  running This Is Reportage and this years NineDots Gathering plus more! 


The Law School Workshops:
Cornwall / 11th October 2023 / https://www.alanlawphotography.co.uk/2023/08/01/law-school-truro-2023/

Manchester (just 1 place left) / 18th October 2023 / https://www.alanlawphotography.co.uk/2023/08/01/law-school-manchester-2023/

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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Join Rahul Khona and Andy Gaines in this week's podcast episode, where we're diving deep into some heartfelt conversations. We'll be sharing how our summers have been treating us - the ups and the downs. Ever wondered about taking your family along to destination weddings? We're tackling that tricky topic too. And oh, the juggling act of managing edits during the crazy wedding season. 

Plus, let's talk about those previews and slideshows that add magic to our work - we'll share what works for us. But that's not all - we're opening up about how our bookings are shaping up for the big 2024, and discuss how we’re pricing for 2024.

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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In this podcast episode, Rahul and Janina from Reportage Studios discuss everyones favourite part of the day group photos and how they hold the power to capture connections and how its our legacy work for the couples we shoot.

Janina talks about how she got into wedding photography and how Alan Law's workshop Law School was the game changer in her career and the path she wanted to follow.

Janina talks about the role of effective communication to her clients and how it’s pivotal to keeping her couples relaxed when she’s around and allowing her permission to intimate moments. Additionally, the conversation delves into the concept of outsourcing tasks that might not align with one's strengths or preferences, underlining the importance of collaboration in producing exceptional work. The podcast also delves into the ethical considerations and responsibilities associated with capturing intimate, private moments through photography, shedding light on the balance between artistic expression and respecting personal boundaries. 

We touch on how she delivers client previews and the value of consistent blogging as avenues for showcasing and sharing her photos. Join us as we navigate through this and so much more.

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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Join Rahul Khona as he sits down with the talented photographer, Matt Badenoch. With a keen eye for both wedding and street photography, Matt brings a unique perspective to the table. In this conversation, we dive deep into a topic that deserves more attention: the morals and ethics surrounding street photography. But that's not all – we also chat about the creative nuances like layering and composition, share tips on breaking out of your shell to interact with subjects confidently, and celebrate the beauty of embracing different cultures. Tune in for a wholesome discussion that's sure to inspire!

Check out Matt's websites:
https://streetwithmatt.com/
https://www.instagram.com/streetwithmatt/
https://www.mattbadenoch.com/

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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In this  episode, join Rahul Khona as he sits down with the multifaceted Neil Redfern. Beyond being an amazing wedding photographer, Neil is also a renowned YouTuber with a remarkable following of over 50k subscribers. Not stopping there, he delves into the world of creativity with his thriving Patreon community and the recent creation of FlashMasters—an innovative platform honouring the globe's finest flash photography.

Neil and Rahul in this podcast engage in a discussion on off-camera flash techniques, mastering the art of lighting during weddings for breathtaking portraits and using it for documentary work too. They share insights on using video lights and how moments trump everything, and shed light (no pun intended) on the challenges and rewards of documentary photography.

Check out
Website: https://www.neilredfern.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/neilredfern
Flash Masters: https://flashmasters.co/

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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In this episode Rahul Khona is a joined by Nadia D, a former international award winning wedding photographer who currently owns her own successful photography studio in New York. Nadia also discovered her own's life's purpose and is now a trained  Transformational Coach whose purpose is to empower people to elevate their lives through positive mind-set and emotional mastery. 

Join us as we discuss imposter syndrome, tools to heal anxiety, the mind set that will help you to thrive in any environment and Rahul’s paranoia quirks

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by Jesse & Moira La Plante where the discuss off-camera flash at weddings but not only just for portraits but throughout the whole day, along with discussing social media and the dopamine hit we're all after, the Gathering in November, eating with wedding guests and ofcourse the inevitable 'uncle bob' at weddings and so much more - we covered a wide spectrum thats for sure! 

Learn about the Distilled Workshop by Jesse and Moira La Plante in Leeds on 12th November 2023

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira La Plante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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Rahul Khona is joined by Eshant Raju, a Rangefinder Rising Star, multiple award winner with Fearless,  This Is Reportage, Junebug, MyWed - the list goes on along with being published several times in Vogue magazine. 

In this podcast, we talk about Eshant's career and how he has done so much in such a short space of time and ofcourse how he creates his portraits and editorial images, exploring the artistry, techniques, and the type of images that are most important to him. From capturing the real emotions to meticulously crafting a concept for his style of portraits. 

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira LaPlante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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If you're ready to be inspired and gain some valuable insights, tune in to the conversation between Rahul Khona and Akash Mehta on the podcast. They discuss everything from finding purpose and passion to the ever-evolving social media landscape. They even touch on topics like the notorious Blue Tick and the importance of working to your own rhythm.

Akash Mehta is an accomplished entrepreneur, known for his success in digital marketing and the beauty industry. He held held key positions at Burberry, Estée Lauder Companies, and at the age of 25 he was the Global Digital Manager at Dior, making a significant impact generating $50M+ in Earned Media Value with micro-influencers, tripled-growth in influencer sales and built Dior's own affiliate program for influencers/webzines.

His expertise lies in influencer, social, and affiliate marketing, generating millions in earned media value and tripling influencer sales. Akash is the co-founder and CEO of Fable & Mane, an Ayurvedic-inspired hair wellness brand, and also hosts the 'Founded Beauty' podcast. Recognised for his achievements, he was named on Forbes' '30 under 30' list and serves as a board member of LVMH and a Global Guardian for UNICEF. Don't miss his insightful conversation with Rahul Khona on purpose, social media, and more.

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira LaPlante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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Rahul Khona is joined by the super talented duo Dom & Liam from York Place Studios.

In this  episode, we discuss mental attitude, mindset, how Dom and Liam photograph weddings, finding moments in the mundane, creativity along with their new book 'Is this Something' and so much more! 

Find out about, and buy tickets to, the NINEDOTS GATHERING - Nov 14-15 2023
with speakers - Jason Vinson, Jesse & Moira LaPlante, York Place Studios, Soozana Pvan, Ronan  Palliser, Fabio Mirulla, Angela Ward Brown, Helen Williams, Nadine Van Biljon plus more! 

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

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