In this episode of the Wedding Atelier Podcast, host Alora discusses how photographers can avoid being ghosted and attract dream clients by leveraging their unique artist story.

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora dives into the prevalent myths that hinder wedding photographers from raising their prices beyond $3,000. 

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In this solo episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora discusses strategies to transition from burnout to a fully booked schedule by managing fewer than 20 weddings a year. Alora introduces two frameworks designed to help wedding photographers earn six figures.

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora welcomes Heidi Thompson from Evolve Your Wedding Business to discuss the critical shift from being a business owner to becoming the CEO of your wedding business. 

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:44 Heidi Thompson's Journey in the Wedding Industry

01:53 Marketing Insights and Strategies

04:01 Becoming the CEO of Your Business

15:48 Outsourcing and Delegation Tips

26:48 Time Management and Productivity

34:00 Book More Wedding Summit Details

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In this episode of the Wedding at Podcast, the host welcomes back Aubrey Westland, the expert in stock photography, after more than three years. The conversation delves into the intricacies of the stock photography industry, covering essential topics such as the differences between microstock and premium agencies, the impact of AI on the industry, and licensing models. 

Aubrey shares her decade-long journey, offers insights on boosting creativity, and provides practical advice for photographers seeking to diversify their income during slow seasons.

Aubrey's Links 🔗 

• The Little Black Book of Stock Photo Agencies
• STOCK PHOTO BESTIES: Use code “podcast40" for 40% off your first month!
• Instagram

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, guest Scott from Imagen.ai shares his journey from general portrait photography to becoming a highly successful niche wedding photographer specializing in proposals. 

He discusses the importance of niche marketing, planning meticulous sessions using various tools, and leveraging blog content for SEO. Scott provides insights on building a strong referral network and optimizing content for search engines, even discussing the potential impacts of AI on photography SEO. 

Tune in for a deep dive into how specializing in and implementing strategic SEO can transform a small niche into a thriving business.

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora welcomes Sara Monika, a seasoned wedding photographer and outsourcing expert. Sara shares her experiences and strategies for helping photographers save time and increase their income by outsourcing tasks.

🔗 Sara's Links: 

• The 3-Hour Post Wedding Workflow Checklist your audience can get for free: https://saramonika.mykajabi.com/3-hour-post-wedding-workflow
• Outsourcing Made Easy Waitlist: saramonika.com/freedom
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saramonikaphoto/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saramonika
• My Shine + Thrive Photography Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/shine-and-thrive-photography-podcast/id1487338226

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Shayna Lloyd is a Montana-based traveling photographer and videographer for the adventurous and laid-back. Shayna’s signature video style can be described as “vlogs mixed with indie films” and her photos follow suit; Shayna’s story-driven and experience first approach have made her stand out in the market, and her focus on simplicity and ease in all areas of her business have helped her replicate her results for other photographers and aspiring hybrid shooters.

In this episode, we are joined by Shayna, who provides actionable tips for photographers on hybrid shooting, storytelling, and adding video to their services. The episode also explores the potential of video as an add-on service, raising prices, and evolving client needs in the wedding industry. Tune in to learn how to balance technical and storytelling aspects to create memorable videos alongside stunning photos.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:39 Shayna's Journey into Video

01:28 Building a Business from Vlogging

03:23 Transition to Hybrid Shooting

10:04 Pandemic Challenges and Adaptations

17:22 Rebranding and Finding a Niche

21:57 Starting as a Vlogger and Finding a Unique Style

22:33 Inspiration and Evolution in Wedding Videography

25:04 Balancing Photography and Videography

28:55 The Five Essential Shots for Storytelling

32:52 Defining Deliverables and Managing Client Expectations

35:20 The Business Value of Hybrid Shooting

39:32 Encouragement and Practical Advice for Beginners

42:44 Connecting with Shayna and Final Thoughts

🔗 Shayna's Links:

• montanadiaries.com
• heythriver.com 
• instagram.com/shayna_lloyd

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In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora discusses her strategies for balancing motherhood, self-care, and her business during the summer.

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In this episode, host Alora shares the significant role of mindset in achieving success, particularly in the wedding photography business.

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