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Episode 034: What's the Point of Photography Presets When Exploring Your Photography Editing Style?

In this week's photography podcast, we're talking about such a fun + creative photography topic: What's the point of photography presets?

Here's a few of our topics!

• Photography Presets are a Fantastic Starting Off Point
• Presets are a Great Way to Learn + Mimic
• The Difference Between YOUR Homemade Preset + Purchased Presets
• Presets Should Feel Freeing, Not Limiting 

Want to Know This Episode in One Quote? I've Got You!

"Often, when we think of photography presets, we think of the pre-bought presets that can be slapped on a photo. And, while that definitely has a time and place - and can be a huge time saver! - creating your own present and editing goals is a totally different ballgame. Remember, there is no one right way to do anything and, the more we learn, the more we can do!"

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An Exercise For The Week!

Ask Yourself: What's something you love about your current preset / editing style? What's something that makes your editing unique? Focus on that! And once you've ironed out what makes your work unique, ask yourself: What's something that bothers you about your editing? How can you work on that this next month to make it a little stronger?

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Your Photographer Mom definitely airs every Tuesday. And if there's an interview on Tuesday? We're airing a photography tutorial on Wednesday, too! While we won't have two episodes every week, we'll have two episodes a lot of weeks. It's going to be a blast!

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

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LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

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Episode 033: What's the Difference Between Inspiration and Copying in My Photography Business?

In this week's photography podcast, we're talking about such a unique and complex topic: What's the difference between photography inspiration and copying someone else's creative idea?

Here's what we''ll discuss!

• Inspiration is Mimicking a Feeling; Copying is Recreating Several Details
• One Detail is Fine, All Details is Wrong
• If You are Being Copied, Trust That No One Can Make What YOU Make!
• How Trends Evolve in Photography
• Exercise: What Makes Your Work Unique?
• Talk About What Makes You Unique! Enthusiasm is Key!

Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

"When we start photography, it’s easy to see things very cut and dry, particularly when it comes to inspiration. When we are new to creating, it’s really easy to feel like you are the first one to do anything and, because of this, if you see a similar image, you might feel like someone is mimicking you. And while that can definitely be something that happens, there’s also a lot of trends and inspiration within photography.

So! If you are a new photographer worrying about the difference between copying and inspiration - whether you’re the inspiration or looking for inspiration yourself - this podcast is absolutely for you! Cannot wait to share my thoughts on a super complex topic with you!"

Want to work on this topic this week?

Start listing ways your work is unique! It might be hard to come up with the first couple of ways that your work stands out amongst other photographers but, once you get going, you'll have a long list in no time.

See you next week!

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Your Photographer Mom definitely airs every Tuesday. And if there's an interview on Tuesday? We're airing a photography tutorial on Wednesday, too! While we won't have two episodes every week, we'll have two episodes a lot of weeks. It's going to be a blast!

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

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LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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Your Photographer Mom Episode 032: How Can I Work on Creative Growth Through Creative Studio Portraits?

I am so excited to chat with Rachel Penry on our photography podcast today! Rachel of Penry Studio is so creative, fantastic, and full of photography knowledge. Her work is colorful, creative, and totally fresh, too. And today? We're chatting about this:

How Can I Work on Creative Growth Through Creative Studio Portraits?

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Here's a Few Photography Topics We're Chatting About Today!

• Rachel's Photography Background
• A Little Bit About Pricing
• The Benefit of Being Told "No"
• How No Photographer Has The Same Path
• Finding Creative Growth in Studio (and out of the Studio, too!)

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From Rachel’s Website: Rachel Penry Langlois is a fine art portrait photographer based in Castle Rock, Colorado. As a former art educator with over a decade of experience, Rachel is an expert at turning creative ideas into gallery-worthy pieces. She lives to tell human stories through her work, and her portraits have found wide acclaim across the US and abroad. Rachel has created a diverse portfolio of photography projects that span from regular headshots to elaborate sets. No commission is too big or too small. Likewise as a body-positive photographer, no body is too big or too small to feel and look amazing through Rachel’s lens. Her clients leave feeling like a work of art, with their works of art printed in hand and ready for display; that’s a Rachel promise.

When she’s not behind the camera, Rachel is an avid beekeeper, gardener, and supportive mom and wife. She holds a Master’s Degree in English Literature from Arizona State University. Her work has been featured by Sony Alpha, Sony Alpha Female, Voyage Denver Magazine, as well as earning silver and platinum awards from ICON and PPA, and has been recognized by Richard Wood and the Portrait Masters Image Award

Follow Rachel Everywhere: Website + Instagram

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Your Photographer Mom definitely airs every Tuesday. And if there's an interview on Tuesday? We're airing a photography tutorial on Wednesday, too! While we won't have two episodes every week, we'll have two episodes a lot of weeks. It's going to be a blast!

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

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LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch |

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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What's a Mom Shot? | How To Incorporate Smiling Photographs Into Your Photography Shooting Style

In this week's photography podcast, we are taking about Mom Shots! Not sure what a Mom Shot is? It's this: The smiling, happy photography your mom wants to frame on her living room mantle, hallway family photo gallery, or on a bookcase in her office.

Here's What We're Going to Chat About!

• What's a Mom Shot?
• Why Should I Include Mom Shots in My Gallery?
• How Can I Seamlessly Add Mom Shots into My Shooting Workflow?
• Do I Need to Market with Mom Shots?
• Balancing Creativity with Mom Shot Type Photos
• Tips to Make Mom Shots Easier! 

Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

"I think most moms  love to have a photograph of everyone smiling… I love creative photography but I still have a framed 16x20 of my three kids smiling over my desk. So if I have a mom shot framed over my desk? Most moms are going to want one, too!"

*Marked explicit in case there's swears!

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Your Photographer Mom definitely airs every Tuesday. And if there's an interview on Tuesday? We're airing a photography tutorial on Wednesday, too! While we won't have two episodes every week, we'll have two episodes a lot of weeks. It's going to be a blast!

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

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LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

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Your Photographer Mom Episode 030: How Can I Use Light in My Photographs To Drive Emotion?

Y'all! I love our episode with Georgia wedding photographer Courtney of Ardent and Elm Photography. Courtney's photographs are so sentimental + cozy and her use of light is amazing! And today? We are talking all about all the light! More specifically, we're discussing this fun photography question: How Can I Use Light In My Photographs To Drive Emotion?

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Here's a Few Things We'll Discuss!

• Courtney's Photography Background
• How Courtney Uses Composition + Light in Her Photos
• A Deep Dive Into Intentional Blurry Photographs
• Using Light as an Emotive Tool in Photographs

Here's a Little More About Courtney!

Courtney Wingfield is an intimate wedding and elopement photographer based on the east coast. After discovering photography as a teenager she fell in love with documenting life. In 2021, Courtney took a leap of faith and created Ardent and Elm Photo. She immediately fell in love with creating imagery that evokes emotion and captures the magic that unfolds in everyday moments. As a self proclaimed hopeless romantic, capturing love stories is her dream job! In her free time, she loves to spend time with her husband and two fur babies.

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Find Courtney Here!

Links! Website | Instagram | TikTok

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Your Photographer Mom definitely airs every Tuesday. And if there's an interview on Tuesday? We're airing a photography tutorial on Wednesday, too! While we won't have two episodes every week, we'll have two episodes a lot of weeks. It's going to be a blast!

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

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LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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How Can I Consistently Shoot in a Specific Kind of Light?

In this week's photography podcast, we talk about something I freaking love: Taking photographs in your favorite kind of light. Don't have a favorite light? We are chatting about ways to market your work so you can shoot in all kinds of light, too!

Here's what we'll discuss!

• Talk About Light in Your Photography Marketing
• Show a Specific Light in Your Photographs
• Have a Blog Post or PDF Ready to Send
• Make it a Part of Your Work!
• How This Works for One Kind of Light or ALL The Light!

Wanna know this quote in one episode? I got you!

"Traditionally, we are taught to embrace things like golden hour, cloudy days, and soft sunlight. And those things are great! Some of the most gut-punchingly beautiful images I’ve seen have been taken in this light. They are popular for a reason and the light is freaking stunning. I love photographs taken in golden hour!

The secret though? It’s that you can shoot literally anytime of day you want. And for your client work? It’s totally in your control. Personally, I love shooting in all the light and show all the light in my portfolios. Full sun? Sounds great. Golden hour? You know I love it. 6pm on a winter night? I’ll grab my flash.

There’s a reason I can do this though and it’s not 100% because I know I can do it. It’s also because I show it!"

Want to work on light this week? Wonderful! 

Grab twenty of your favorite photographs and see if there's a common denominator with the light. Ask yourself:

• What do you like? What stands out? What kind of light makes you feel refreshed?
• And Remember! There's no one right answer to anything!

You've got this!! Talk to you next week!

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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Your Photographer Mom Episode 028: How Can I Use Locations and Light to Make My Images More Fun?

Hope you're ready for a photography podcast full of laughs! Cause today? We are talking with Northwest Arkansas senior photographer Kristen Herrington. Kristen and I have been friends for nearly a decade (so wild!) and she takes the most fun senior photographs in Northwest Arkansas. And today? We're asking Kristen an awesome question: How Can I Use Locations and Light to Make My Images More Fun?

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Here's a Few Things We'll Discuss!

• Kristen's Photography Background 
• How Kristen Uses Locations + How This Evolved Over Time
• Letting Go of Control in Your Images
• Creating Photographs That Feel Like the Person in Them

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Here's a Little More About Kristen!

Hiiiii, I'm Kristen, a senior photographer of 9+ years! I'm an NWA native and have been photographing seniors since my own senior year of high school over 12 years ago! I adore working with teen girls to create their dream photoshoot.. I mean, nobody is more excited to put together cute outfits and get in front of the camera and sharing in that excitement is so much fun! I specialize in helping my clients feel confident and at ease so that we can capture their individual personalities and create photos that feel uniquely 'them'

Links to Kristen's Amazing Work! Website + Instagram

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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Episode 027: What If I'm Nursing and Need to Photograph a Wedding?

In this week's photography podcast, we're talking about such a fun and slightly mind bending topic: What if I I'm Nursing and Need to Photograph a Wedding?

Here's what we''ll discuss!

• Build Breaks Into Your Schedule
• There's Nothing To Be Embarrassed About!
• Bring Extra Nursing Pads
• Most of All? Just Roll With It!

Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

When you’re a working photographer and a mom, sometimes life can throw you some curve balls. One of those curve balls? What if you’re nursing and you’re booked for a wedding? Is there something you can do to help with day of work flow? Will it bother your couples if you have to step out to pump? Today, we’re talking all about this and more!

Find the (portable!) pump I took to weddings here! (This is not sponsored / not an affiliate link. Just what I used for myself!)

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Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

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Your Photographer Mom Episode 026: How Can I Create a Photography Feeling Through Genres?

Today is going to be so fun and SO full of information! I'm so excited to share this photography podcast with y'all this morning! For episode 26 (dang!!), we are joined by Darcy Graf of Darcy Graf Photography based in Miami, Florida. And the question we're discussing? It's this! How Can I Create a Photography Feeling Through Genres?

Here's a Few Things We'll Discuss!

• Darcy's Photography Background
• Trying Different Types of Photography To See What You Love
• How to Create Consistent Work Through Genres
• Texture + Light in Photographs
• Creating Beautiful Photos During Difficult Shoots

Note: The audio on my end of this was a little rough! My microphone was being weird so I opted for headphones which was not the best decision of my life, lol. Sorry y'all! I'll do better next week!

Here's a Little More About Darcy!

Darcy Graf is an emotive family and couples photographer. Inspired by light, movement and authentic connections, Darcy seeks to create images that make you FEEL. Specializing in the freedom and joy of childhood, the intimacy of couples, the adventures of families and once in a lifetime moments of weddings-Darcy’s style of shooting is all about capturing the love and emotion of this time in your life-wherever that may be.

Based out of Miami, Florida, Darcy absolutely LOVES traveling and shooting in new locations around the world and welcomes adventure with both arms open!

In addition to client work, Darcy loves working with organizations that give back to others such as “A Sweet Chance” who throws a 16th birthday party event for foster teens-inclusive of a glammed up photo shoot. She also works with The Gold Hope Project who provides pediatric cancer patients with “Fighter”” photo sessions.  She also enjoys working with “The Breasties” a breast and ovarian cancer organization.

Taking life to the next level is Darcy’s passion and she offers group and individual mentorship programs which do just that. 

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Find Darcy Here!

Links! Website | Instagram | Facebook

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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What if I Want to Switch Photography Genres?

In this week's photography podcast, we're talking about such a fun and slightly mind bending topic: What if I Want To Switch Photography Genres?

Here's what we''ll discuss!

• Take a Deep Breath
• Build Your Portfolio
• Work on the Relationships You Currently Have
• Come Up with Unique Marketing Ideas
• Being Half In / Half Out
• Don't Be Shy!

Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

"If you started your photography business when you were 22 and started out photographing high school seniors, it’s possible that, eventually, you’ll be 33 and wanting to pivot to weddings or family photography. And then you might be 44 and want to pivot back to seniors or into something totally new like stock or real estate or formal studio portraiture. What’s great, though, is that you are still going to be the same person and, if you’ve been shooting heavily in one genre, it’s possible to pivot."

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NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Contact me here!

LINKS TO ALL THE THINGS!

Photography Website | Opal and June | Education + Books | Photographer Merch | Instagram 

Are you the girliest photographer ever? Hooray! My side business, Opal and June, was made for you!

At Opal and June, we have the most fun tees for photographers. And beyond that? We have so much more! We have tees for art history lovers, history girls, teachers, artists, animal lovers, and everything you can imagine. Go grab yourself a tee or grab a gift for a loved one!

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