Tim and Lindsay welcome photographer Sam Hurd, who shares his unique journey from press photography to wedding photography. The conversation explores themes of creativity, vulnerability, and the importance of networking in the photography industry. Sam discusses his experiences capturing celebrities, the challenges of transitioning to wedding photography, and the lessons learned along the way. Sam Hurd discusses his journey in wedding photography, emphasizing the evolution of his techniques and the balance between creativity and client expectations. He shares insights on the importance of client relationships, pricing transparency, and the ethical considerations of altering reality in photography. Additionally, Sam explores the role of AI in his workflow, highlighting the tools he has developed to enhance his photography process.

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The Cole Walliser and Yitin email drama... who cares. ICE is killing people in the streets. Hopefully this episode is a little break for you from the inhuman acts of murder that are flooding our feeds. Please give where you can and support those who are oppressed by this fascist regime.

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Tim & Lindsay discuss the common pitfalls of over-scheduling and the pressure that comes from trying to fit too many elements into a single day. 

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Booking weddings feels harder lately and you’re not imagining it. In this episode of Shoot Your Shot, we break down 2026 wedding consumer trends using insights from Forbes, industry data, and real stories from working photographers. We talk about trust, ghosting, shorter timelines, AI search, and what couples actually need to feel confident booking you.

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Lindsay & Tim unpack their camera bags for the 2026 wedding season.

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Vision-boarding is back for 2026. Lindsay & Tim have templates for you to build your own vision-board and put together your big and small intentions for 2026.

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Lindsay and Tim share their highs and lows, chat about camera gear and feature some listener stories.

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Tim and Lindsay receive listener mail, and answer a listener's question about switching from Canon to Nikon.

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Unique and useful gifts for photographers this holiday season. Forget the cliche gifts. Let’s get creative and thoughtful!

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We ranked the top wedding foods that wedding photographers eat on a typically wedding day. bon apetite! 

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