The Tilt and Shift Photography Business Podcast

In this conversation, Bobbi and Reni explore the intersection of family life and wedding photography, discussing how personal experiences shape their artistic vision.

Reni shares her journey from documentary photography to becoming a wedding photographer, emphasizing the importance of photographs in preserving memories.

They also delve into the challenges faced by female photographers in the industry and the need to change perceptions of wedding photography as an art form. Reni's initiative, Counterpart, aims to elevate the conversation around wedding photography and showcase the artistry involved in capturing these significant life events.

Bobbi and Reni explore the themes of bravery and self-discovery in photography, particularly within the wedding industry. They discuss the pressures of expectations from clients and the industry, the importance of finding one's unique voice, and the value of slowing down to create more meaningful work. This episode highlights the journey of self-discovery and the ongoing process of developing one's photographic style.

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Keywords wedding photography, documentary wedding photography, capturing moments, photography journey, balancing work and family, artistic expression, wedding industry, personal growth photography, wedding photography, creativity, self-discovery

Friends! It's been a few minutes but I'm back with a bunch of helpful info about getting your wedding or family photography portfolio in tip top shape to set you up for perfect inquiries.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to regularly updating your portfolio and website
• How to objectively review your work and remove what doesn't serve your brand
• The role of social media versus website in attracting clients
• The value of having a mentor or editor for portfolio review
• Strategies for showcasing work that truly represents your style and vision

Come meet up with me in this fun little episode. Thanks for being here!

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@documentaryfamilyphoto

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The Tilt and Shift Photography Business Podcast

Ep 67: Personal Projects to MASTER Wedding Photography

Today, I give you deep insights about personal projects for wedding and family photographers including how to build your interest muscle to find your photographic voice, and practical tips for cultivating creativity outside of client work.

I just got back from @chicoreview (https://www.chicoreview.com/) and it exploded all sorts of thoughtful energy I want to share with you. This episode will help you understand:

The critical role of personal projects in wedding and family photography

How to discover and nurture your artistic voice

Practical methods to build what I call your ‘interest muscle’

The long-term benefits of personal projects for professional growth in the wedding photography industry, and the family one, too!

LMK what you think :)

If you're regularly enjoying the Tilt and Shift Photography Business Podcast, please keep the show alive with a coffee :)

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Are you struggling a bit with your wedding photography business?

Are you wondering whether there must be an easier roadmap to follow?

Join me and Dublin wedding photographer and DocDay (@docday_) co-creator Kevin Kheffache (@kevin_kheffache) as we muse about career longevity and how a jiujitsu choke hold might be just what you need to get the creative juices flowing.

If you're regularly enjoying the Tilt and Shift Photography Business Podcast, please keep the show alive with a coffee :)

YOU CAN SUPPORT THE TILT AND SHIFT PODCAST HERE:

https://buymeacoffee.com/tiltandshift

AND CONNECT WITH ME HERE:

Reach me on my website: https://bobbibeducation.com/

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@barbarichphoto

@documentaryfamilyphoto

@tiltandshiftpodcast

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Today I'm sharing some words of wisdom for photographers, garnered from my experiences and insights from attending the Doc Day photography conference.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, these reflections are sure to scratch you right where you have an itch. Whether you knew you needed to hear them or not!

Thank you to @docday_ @foundationworkshops and @tylerwirken @johndolanphotog @reportagestudios and @kheffache_studios for sharing your insights! You gave us so many morsels to chew on, and so delicious!

YOU CAN SUPPORT THE TILT AND SHIFT PODCAST HERE:

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It's not what's in your photography portfolio... it's what's MISSING from your PORTFOLIO.

What's MISSING is why people aren't hiring you to be their wedding or family photographer.

I just finished up a month of free photography portfolio reviews with photographers from all walks of life and stage of career and two things were blindingly apparent.

And it's those two things that will elevate your portfolio beyond the vast and endless sea of photographers.

Listen closely to this episode to find out what's missing, and how it will improve your business.

YOU CAN SUPPORT THE TILT AND SHIFT PODCAST HERE:

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Reach me on my website: https://bobbibeducation.com/

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@barbarichphoto

@documentaryfamilyphoto

@tiltandshiftpodcast

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https://www.instagram.com/documentaryfamilyphoto/

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If you're a person who tends to avoid anything you might not be the best at, this episode is for you.

I've got photographer, mentor and leader of Foundation Workshops (@foundationworkshops) Tyler Wirken (@wirkenphoto) to chat all things that are challenging but simple.

This is a man who knows how to shift a perspective, and I'm stoked to have him on the show.

You can sign up for Tyler's free Foundation Workshop webinar The Art of Seeing (March 18th) right here:  https://www.foundationworkshops.com/see

YOU CAN SUPPORT THE TILT AND SHIFT PODCAST HERE:

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AND CONNECT WITH ME HERE:

Reach me on my website: https://bobbibeducation.com/

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@barbarichphoto

@documentaryfamilyphoto

@tiltandshiftpodcast

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https://www.instagram.com/documentaryfamilyphoto/

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2026 is the year you get your portfolio right. Sign up for a free photography portfolio review with me during the month of January:

https://calendly.com/meet-bobbi/office-hours

After several years of mentoring wedding and family photographers, I've witnessed many ways we hold ourselves back from artistic fulfillment and from building a sustainable photography business.

In this episode, I share three of the most common expectations that limit photography business success.

Call them assumptions or ways of thinking, these three expectations are standing in the way of aligned photography clients and meaningful photography business practices.

Listen now for how to spot them, and how to change them this year.

YOU CAN SUPPORT THE TILT AND SHIFT PODCAST HERE:

https://buymeacoffee.com/tiltandshift

AND CONNECT WITH ME HERE:

Reach me on my website: https://bobbibeducation.com/

Or on Instagram:

@barbarichphoto

@documentaryfamilyphoto

@tiltandshiftpodcast

https://www.instagram.com/barbarichphoto/

https://www.instagram.com/documentaryfamilyphoto/

https://www.instagram.com/tiltandshiftpodcast/

Today we talk all things life and death and photos in between.

My guest is family photographer and educator Rachel Larsen Weaver, a mother of five and wise embracer of chaos.

If you're yearning for honesty in your photographic journey, Rachel shares a remarkably simple and effective technique for photographers of all kinds to open their minds to seeing with a loving gaze.

Connect with Rachel here: https://www.rachellarsenweaver.com/

To sign up for a free portfolio review with Bobbi before January 31, 2026, go here:

https://calendly.com/meet-bobbi/office-hours

YOU CAN SUPPORT THE TILT AND SHIFT PODCAST HERE:

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When two of the biggest forces in wedding photography QUIT WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY, I'd call that a shift. A holy sh*t shift.

I sit down with Erika and Lanny Mann to talk all things life, why they quit and what's next.

Unsurprisingly, their candid honesty and pure passion for photography will leave you with many things to chew on.

To SAVE $100 on their best course yet, Photography for Life, click here.

To sign up for a FREE WEBSITE REVIEW with me and a chat about starting a mentorship in January, click here.

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