The Shot Takers Podcast

By Danny Heydon

Shot Takers is a show for aspiring creatives where we talk with professional creatives about how they went from starving artist to successful business owner.... more

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The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.

The Shot Takers Podcast episodes:

December 06, 2020 #14 - Olly Knight - Wedding Photography,Work Life Balance, and Staying Creative in 2020
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Takers Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
On the show today is all-round gent and amazing wedding photography Olly Knight!
Connect With Olly
Website https://www.ollyknightphotography.co.uk/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ollyknightphoto
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Website https://www.shottakers.co.uk/
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 15min
November 29, 2020 #13 - How To Become A Recommended Wedding Photographer - OUR FIRST MINI EPISODE!
In our first mini-episode, I answer the question - How to become a recommended photographer at wedding venues.
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Website https://www.shottakers.co.uk/
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/

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November 19, 2020#012-Lauren Henson-Wedding Photography, being true to yourself, and benefits of being impulsive
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Takers Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
On the show today is a wedding photographer and one of my favourite people of all time, Lauren Henson of Lauren Henson Photography!
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
Why being true to yourself will help create a business you love

The benefits of being impulsive and getting stuff done

How Lauren helped grow my business and the benefits of community
Connect With Lauren
Website https://laurenhensonphotography.com/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurenhensonphotos
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Website https://www.shottakers.co.uk/
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 25min
November 10, 2020011 - Luke Dray - How I became a photojournalist
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Takers Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
Today is a little different, I'm talking with photojournalist Luke Dray! Luke is a British photographer currently based in the UK
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
How luke's combined love of photography and interest in politics to create a career in photojournalism

How Luke value's human connection and understanding as well as being authentic

What luke thinks about the industry of photojournalism at the moment.
Connect With Luke
Luke's Website: https://lukedray.com/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lukedrayphoto
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Website https://www.shottakers.co.uk/
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h
October 30, 2020010 - How I became a Ministry of Sound DJ with Tim Cullen
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Takers Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
Today is a little different, I'm talking with the amazing DJ Tim Cullen! Tim is a DJ, Music Producer, and DJ agent for his own company
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
Focus and flow, getting lost in creativity

Why still getting anxious means that you care,

Why it's important to go beyond what is expected
Connect With Tim
Mint DJs : https://www.instagram.com/mintdjs
Personal https://www.instagram.com/djtimcullen
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Website https://www.shottakers.co.uk/
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 1min
October 20, 2020 #009 - Gio Forino - How I became a Video Producer
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Takers Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
Today I am chatting with Gio Forino, a film producer who creates marketing content and has produced videos for all kinds of companies
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
The importance of client communication
Why removing a safety net is sometimes a good thing
How to play quidditch in real life!
Connect With Will
Gio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gioforino
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 13min
October 11, 2020008 - Will Stedman - How I started a commercial photography company
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Takers Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
Today I am chatting with Will Stedman, an amazing wedding photographer and Co-founder and Creative Director for Neve Studios.
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
How he started a successful commercial photography company with a couple of other photographers.

How he works with and guides his clients to help them get better photos than they imagined

The importance of applying yourself, always grafting and seizing every opportunity
Connect With Will
Will Steman Photography: https://www.willstedman.com/
Neve Studios https://neve.studio/
Will Stedman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/willstedman
Neve Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nevestudios
Shot Takers Links
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 16min
October 03, 2020007 - Adam Lowndes - How I became a wedding photographer
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Taker Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
Today I am chatting with the amazing wedding photographer by the name of Adam Lowndes
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
The importance of maintaining your individuality and staying true to who you are.

How being a storyteller can be your greatest marketing asset

Why we are both very geeky about minimalism
Connect With Adam;
Adam's Website: https://www.adamlowndes.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamlowndesphotography/
Shot Takers Links:
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 13min
September 26, 2020006 - Micaela Ferreira Lindsay - How I became a photographer and an entrepreneur!
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Taker Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
Micaela, like a lot of the guests on this show, is a wedding photographer, but as you’ll soon find she is so much more. Micaela embodies the definition of an entrepreneur!
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
How wedding photography can create the freedom to live the life you've always wanted.

The importance of providing value to your clients

Why it's important to focus on all areas of your business and not just the craft itself.
Connect With Micaela:
Micaela's Website: https://www.micaelakarina.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micaelakarinaphotography
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/via-airmail
Get It Together Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getittogetherfb/
Shot Takers Links:
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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1h 16min
September 17, 2020005 - Ollie Gyte Photography - How I became a Wedding Photographer
My name's Danny and this is the Shot Taker Podcast!
A new show where I talk to professional creatives about how they went from starving artists to owners of successful businesses.
I’m excited to share with you another great chat with a very good friend of mine and fellow wedding photographer Ollie, Ollie has been running his wedding photography business for around the same time as me and we've bounced ideas off each for a long time so it was great to catch up!
Three big knowledge bombs to take away from this episode -
Staying Humble and recognising where you can improve

Learning from those less desirable jobs when first starting out.

Being yourself with your clients and playing to your own strengths
Connect With Ollie:
Ollie's Website: https://www.olliegytephotography.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olliegytephotography/?hl=en
Shot Takers Links:
Shot Takers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shottakers
The Shot Takers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shottakers
Shot Takers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shottakerspodcast
Danny jack Photography https://dannyjackphotography.co.uk/
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58min

FAQs about The Shot Takers Podcast:

How many episodes does The Shot Takers Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.