By Bobbi Barbarich
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The podcast currently has 49 episodes available.
Enrolment for my flagship group mentorship program, Storyteller’s School, for documentary-interested photographers is opening soon! Get on the waitlist here.
What’s the big deal with everyone talking about their ‘why’? Is it just another buzzword, or does it hold the key to having a business AND living a life that truly aligns with who you are?
In this episode, I sit down with brand photographer Praise Santos McKenna of Build your Business Podcast to have a real, honest conversation about this popular topic. We chat about the journey of finding your ‘why,’ why it’s so important, and how understanding it can change not just your business but your whole perspective on life. Trust me, this conversation gets real – and you won’t want to miss it!
In this episode, we cover:
My journey from being a dietitian to embracing documentary photography and finding my true calling.
Why I used to cringe at the idea of being a “brand” and how I came to accept it as an authentic part of who I am.
How identifying my core values of joy, connection, and adventure completely transformed my approach to my work.
The magic that happens when you discover your ‘why’ and how it deepens connections with clients.
The real, raw struggles and growth behind building a business that reflects your true self.
How my ‘why’ guides me in my photography, coaching, and podcasting, and what it means for the people I work with.
Why “expansion” is my word for the coming year and what that looks like for me moving forward.
Curious about how finding your ‘why’ can transform your life too? Tune in to the full episode now and let’s explore this journey together!
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Your definitive guide to documentary wedding and family photography skills: the DEFINITELY DOCUMENTARY mini course is right here! Course is available now. Learn EVERYTHING you need to know about documentary wedding and family photography, at an affordable price, with forever access to the 8 hours of video instruction… to do at your own pace!
Ready to transform your brand and ditch the hustle? In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Praise Santos McKenna, a brand photographer who’s redefining what it means to build a business with heart. Praise is not only a branding expert but also a master at balancing creativity with rest, and she’s here to share her secrets with you.
Get ready for an eye-opening conversation that will change the way you think about work, life, and everything in between!
In this episode, we cover:
Listen to the full episode now to dive deep into Praise’s journey, gain actionable branding advice, and learn how to bring more balance into your life. Don’t miss out – your brand (and sanity) will thank you!
About Praise Santos McKenna
Praise Santos McKenna is the founder of the branding studio ComePlum where she photographs female entrepreneurs and coaches them to scale their businesses for social impact. Her photos have been featured in Vogue and Forbes and she has taught workshops for the Golden State Warriors Dance Team and Shopify. When not working, you can find her with her husband Barry and their dog Bubbles sniffing out the best pastries in San Francisco.
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Your definitive guide to documentary wedding and family photography skills: the DEFINITELY DOCUMENTARY mini course is right here! Course is available now. Learn EVERYTHING you need to know about documentary wedding and family photography, at an affordable price, with forever access to the 8 hours of video instruction… to do at your own pace!
In this episode, I dig deeper into the emotional complexities that surround wedding photography, especially when the couple we’re taking photos of later divorces. Many photographers might feel guilt and discomfort, like I did, when our work becomes a source of pain for either party.
But despite this, there are those who found solace in wedding photos amidst the turmoil of divorce. This goes to show that there is profound value in doing documentary photography - capturing genuine moments and offering healing during life's most challenging times.
What you can expect from this heartfelt episode:
Understand the unexpected emotional impact of wedding photos post-divorce.
Listen and learn from my reflections on the guilt and discomfort that photographers like me might feel in such situations.
Know a moving story about a groom finding healing through his wedding photographs.
Learn the importance of documentary wedding photography in capturing genuine, unfiltered moments.
Listen to the full episode and know that what you do could provide healing and comfort in the future!
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Your definitive guide to documentary wedding and family photography skills: the DEFINITELY DOCUMENTARY mini course is right here! Course drops August 15, but early birds save 15% before August 15 with code DDEARLY15! Definitely Documentary mini course
In this episode, we sat down with Ian Weldon to discuss the ever-changing landscape of wedding photography. He shares his personal experiences along with professional insights on how to capture authentic moments - capturing real, imperfect moments over staged, fairy tale shots. He also shares his views on balancing commercial success with his artistic vision, and the power of community-driven initiatives.
Key takeaways from this episode:
Emphasizing authenticity by capturing real, imperfect wedding moments
Navigating the challenges of maintaining artistic integrity while also meeting clients' expectations and demands
Placing importance on personal projects for skill development
Focusing on local communities and building relationships to create meaningful work
Using photography as a tool for self-discovery
Placing importance on self-awareness and understanding of personal style and techniques to create meaningful photographs
Emphasizing curiosity and empathy to connect with clients
Tune in to the full episode as Ian further discusses his personal projects, exhibition, and evolution in the photography field.
About the Guest:
Ian Weldon is a photographer from the North of England predominantly photographing weddings, whilst also working on long term documentary projects and commercial assignments.
With only a brief period of studying photography at a local college, Ian is primarily self-taught. He is a previous lecturer on photography history and has delivered a wide range of photography programs both academically and privately.
His long term project, 'I Am Not A Wedding Photographer', was exhibited at the Martin Parr Foundation in Bristol, and was featured worldwide in major publications including The Guardian, The British Journal of Photography, Vice, Creative Review, BBC World News and CNN to name but a few, with I-D France billing him as, ‘le photographe de mariage le plus cool du monde’. (The coolest wedding photographer in the world)
This was also the first exhibition of wedding photography within a fine art context in the UK. Ever
A book of the work, with the same title, was co-published by RRB Books and The Martin Parr Foundation.
Other info: https://www.ianweldon.com/about
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Your definitive guide to documentary wedding and family photography skills: the DEFINITELY DOCUMENTARY mini course is right here! Course drops August 15, but early birds save 15% before August 15 with code DDEARLY15! Definitely Documentary mini course
In this episode of Tilt and Shift Photography Podcast, we’re gladly joined by Lisa Devlin, a wedding and editorial photographer, and the founder of Photography Farm. She happily shares her personal experience, from transitioning photography niches to hustle culture to overcoming challenges in the industry. She reminds us that life is a blank piece of paper and that we have the power to write whatever we want. But how? Listen to the episode to find out!
Key takeaways from this episode:
How to integrate photography skills from one industry to another
The pressure and challenges of being a photographer in the music industry
The importance of delegating in growing your photography business
Having the patience to learn your craft
Listen now and get helpful insights straight from Bobbi and Lisa.
About the Guest:
Lisa Devlin is a British wedding and editorial photographer and the founder of Photography Farm, an educational platform dedicated to training creative wedding photographers. With a background spanning over a decade as a music industry photographer, Lisa has been a leading figure in wedding photography for more than 20 years. She has earned the prestigious title of Wedding Photographer of the Year from The British Journal Of Photography and has been honored as a Hasselblad Heroine. Lisa is renowned for infusing an editorial edge into wedding photography and adding a touch of romance to bridal brands and editorial shoots. Beyond her work behind the camera, she is committed to mentoring emerging photographers and is the driving force behind the Thrive photography conference. Lisa’s deep passion for photography and education positions her as a prominent voice in the industry, inspiring others to push the boundaries of their creativity and refine their skills.
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Learn more about coaching and mentoring at https://bobbibeducation.com/
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Hey, photographer!
Running your own business is amazing, right? But every so often, it can feel like we’re working all the hours and not seeing the results we’d like. We’ve all been there – feeling a little overwhelm, wishing there were more hours in the day, and wondering if we’ll how to achieve some of the pricing targets we have for our photography business.
This episode is your secret weapon! I’m sharing two powerful strategies I use to gracefully manage time and progress to my financial goals.
Get ready to learn how to:
Ready to ditch the overwhelm and feel like you’re building a sustainable photography business? Listen to the full episode and grab the FREE time management homework prompts to get started! Click here to get the prompts delivered to your inbox.
What makes documentary wedding photography so special? Why do some photographers dedicate their careers to the unpredictability and scriptless craft of documenting, not directing, wedding photography? In this episode, we sit down with Alan Law, a UK wedding photographer and founder of “This is Reportage.” Join us as we discover what sets documentary photography apart from other genres of wedding photography.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
Alan’s Journey. How he transitioned from traditional to documentary photography.
Philosophy. Alan’s belief that wedding photography should tell a story, not just make people look good.
Community Building. The creation and impact of “This is Reportage” and “This is Reportage: Family.”
Authenticity. The power and freedom of capturing life as it happens.
Challenges. The emotional rollercoaster of comparing work and striving for authenticity.
Future Plans. Alan’s vision for the future of documentary wedding photography.
Ready to dive deeper into the workings of documentary wedding photography? Don’t miss this insightful conversation with Alan Law. Listen to the full episode now!
About Alan
Alan is a wedding photographer based in Cornwall, UK – the part of England that’s ‘supposed’ to see some sunshine. As well as shooting his own weddings, his passion for the documentary side of what we do led him to create This is Reportage, the worldwide community and awards-body celebrating the art of natural, un-posed coverage, and, later, the documentary family photography version, “This is Reportage: Family”. He also thoroughly enjoys teaching, and has run 27 of his own workshops throughout Europe – and couldn’t avoid the lure of the pun by titling his workshop ‘Law School’.
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Okay, let’s be honest – sometimes Instagram (and social media in general) feels like a total drag, right? But what if there was a way to make it fun again? In this episode, I’m sharing my experiment with using Instagram to build a deeper connection with my audience, all based on the classic marketing idea of “know, like, and trust.”
What’s Covered
Why we can grow to hate social media
Getting people to actually like you on social media
Playing with the Instagram algorithm for fun
How sharing a bit of your personality goes a long way
My hilarious experiment with all things animal-related
Ready to make social media work for you? Give this episode a listen and discover how to transform your online presence from a chore to a blast!
But wait… before I let you go: Are you looking for a boost to your creativity as we launch into the season?
Do you want to rack up a few skills before the season gets really crazy… so you can practice those skills BEFORE you use them on your clients?
Then the 2024 {Online} Family Retreat might be perfect for you!
You'll learn alongside me and 25 other talented instructors to take your storytelling skills, family posing, styling, and editing to the next level!
You'll get to watch EXCLUSIVE behind the scenes footage of me and all the other instructors, so you can truly understand exactly what we create what we create.
And the best part - no travel required - and you can watch on your schedule! CLICK RIGHT HERE.
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Learn more about coaching and mentoring at https://bobbibeducation.com/
Ever struggle with the gear, the setup, and getting everything perfect for a shoot? Join us as Didi Von Boch breaks down how remote shooting simplified her workflow and let her focus on what matters most – doing wtf she wants as she photographs people!
Overcoming the technical hurdles of remote photography.
Finding beauty in the messy, awkward, and perfectly imperfect moments.
Why trusting your gut as an artist is essential.
Deepening connections with clients through remote shooting.
Finding the right balance: remote work vs. traditional shooting methods.
Didi’s journey as a photographer, her mentoring work, and her invaluable advice for aspiring creatives.
Ready to hear how it all went down? Dive into the full podcast episode and get ready for a dose of creative inspiration!
Check out Didi’s work: https://www.instagram.com/didivonbochphotography
Learn about Didi’s remote shooting methods: https://www.didivonbochphotography.com/watchmework
Are you looking for a boost to your creativity as we launch into the season?
Do you want to rack up a few skills before the season gets really crazy… so you can practice those skills BEFORE you use them on your clients?
Then the 2024 {Online} Family Retreat might be perfect for you!
You'll learn alongside me and 25 other talented instructors to take your storytelling skills, family posing, styling, and editing to the next level!
You'll get to watch EXCLUSIVE behind the scenes footage of me and all the other instructors, so you can truly understand exactly what we create what we create.
And the best part - no travel required - and you can watch on your schedule! CLICK RIGHT HERE!
Want to skip spending weeks of your life at a computer? Try Aftershoot’s culling and editing software!! Click here and try it for FREE for 30 days AND save 15%!
CONNECT WITH BOBBI:
Follow:
https://www.instagram.com/tiltandshiftpodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/barbarichphoto/
http://www.instagram.com/documentaryfamilyphoto/
Learn more about coaching and mentoring at https://bobbibeducation.com/
Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions in your business? Like you’re hitting a wall when it comes to fresh ideas? Let’s unlock that! In this episode, I break down why dreaming is vital for your business success and give you actionable exercises to start dreaming big and unleashing creativity.
What’s Covered:
Dreaming as a skill. Learn how dreaming gets shut down as you grow up and how to reclaim it.
Fear of dreaming. Confront the fear of failure and fear of success that hold you back.
Dream it, achieve it. Discover powerful exercises to spark creativity and dream big for your business and life.
The science of dreaming. Discover how dreaming expands your brain and boosts problem-solving.
Ready to stop feeling stuck and unleash a wave of fresh ideas? Listen to the full episode and start dreaming your way to success!
Want to skip spending weeks of your life at a computer? Try Aftershoot’s culling and editing software!! Click here and try it for FREE for 30 days AND save 15%!
CONNECT WITH BOBBI:
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http://www.instagram.com/documentaryfamilyphoto/
Learn more about coaching and mentoring at https://bobbibeducation.com/
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