Oh Happy Day Podcast

Season 4 is here!!! I can't wait for you to hear this episode with Meghan Cease of M. Elizabeth Events. Meghan and I chat about our love for NYC, building lifetime relationships with clients, prayer on a wedding day, and what makes luxury wedding planning different (it's not just the money). We also discuss what it means when clients say, "I trust you." Spoiler alert- it doesn't mean your vendors choose everything for you! More importantly, what does it mean to trust God with our businesses and be present with Him in the journey? Find out in this episode!You can find Meghan online at: @melizabethevents on Instagram and https://melizabethevents.comIf you'd like to connect with like-minded wedding vendors, join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustryOr connect on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast

The people have spoken (at least on Instagram) - a lot of you voted that my last episode of the spring should be a "what I'm learning" chat, so here you go! In this short episode I share 4 things that I'm learning related to my business and spiritual life:1. How my business became an idol and what I'm doing about it2. The importance of rest and what it reveals about our trust in God3. The work of the Holy Spirit in creating4. Taking a break from Social MediaI can't wait to be back with all of you in the fall and I hope you have a lovely summer! If you'd like to connect with like-minded wedding vendors, join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustryOr connect on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast 

It finally happened 27 episodes in- we have our first male vendor guest on the podcast! Photographer Garrett Richardson and I chat about being bold in following Jesus in our businesses and pushing back against the fear that stops us. If you struggle with the fear of losing out on clients if you are open about your faith, this episode is for you! Garrett shares what a study abroad trip in college has to do with his pursuit of photography and his wife, how photographing weddings impacts his own marriage, and what moment from his own wedding has stuck with him over the years. We also take a deep dive into parenting - watching the parents of our couples who have raised their kids well into adulthood, how parenting has changed us spiritually, and what kind of relationship He wants with his own kids. You can find Garrett online at: @garrettrichardson on Instagram and www.garrettrichardson.co If you'd like to connect with like-minded wedding vendors, join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustryOr connect on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast 

Flower month continues with this week's guest - Floral Designer Kate Asire! We chat about how her art degree influences her work, the challenges of staying motivated as a solopreneur, and how the style of your reception affects the types of floral arrangements you should have. Kate also shares about her journey with control and anxiety while being a new mom during Covid, and leaning into God's provision when we just let go and remember it's not all up to us. You can find Kate online at http://www.kateasireflowers.com and on Instagram at @kateasireflowersIf you'd like to connect with like-minded wedding vendors, join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustryOr connect on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast 

April is flower month on the podcast and first up we have Grace Nguyen, owner and floral designer with DaisyDaisy Florals in California. Grace shares how the Holy Spirit prompting her to work at a coffee shop led to her floral business, and how God knows us better than we know ourselves. She also shares why she thinks flowers are God's love language to us, along with her personal favorite flowers. We chat about what a florist does after the wedding reception is over (if you aren't a vendor it might surprise you) and her number one piece of advice for brides when booking a floral designer for their wedding. Grace also shares her philosophy of "people over profit," and what she's learning about God as our ultimate provider. She shares so much wisdom for being so young - I was inspired by a lot of what she had to say and I know you will be too. Find Grace at @daisydaisyflorals on Instagram and www.daisydaisyflorals.comIf you'd like to connect with like-minded wedding vendors, join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustryOr connect on Instagram:@ohhappydaypodcast

Today's episode is with photographer Caroline Howard of Caroline Ro Photography. She and I chat about all things related to life as a solopreneur - loneliness, the importance of community, and healthy work habits for yourself when no one else is there to hold you accountable. I asked her about her solo business retreat and what that entails (I want to do one myself now!), and she shares her heart behind serving clients and their families (she's a pro- she has gotten recommended in the same friend group for 16 couples!). We also discuss the photos people will want 50 years from now...and spoiler, it's not their table linens. ;) 

I think you will love today's episode with Allie Barham of Beckon Events! We chat about helping couples enjoy the entire wedding planning experience (not just the wedding day), being an unofficial therapist to clients, and how wedding planning is a lot like building a house. Allie shares how she creates work/life boundaries in her own schedule to spend time with her family, and how we can trust God to have our best in mind when it comes to our bookings. Beckon Events creates beautiful, layered designs for couples all over the Southeast, and you can find them here:@beckon.eventswww.beckonevents.comIf you'd like to connect with like-minded wedding vendors, join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustryOr connect on Instagram:@ohhappydaypodcast 

Today's episode is the first ever videographer on the podcast! Madeline Keever with Keever Films shares how they started their destination based wedding business during Covid, what it's like working with your spouse, and we spill the tea on how to improve videographer/photographer relationships. Madeline also talks about how to live a Spirit-filled life, and trading the self-sufficiency culture for dependence on God.  You can find Madeline online at:www.keeverfilms.comhttps://mk-copy.comInstagram: @keeverfilmsFollow Oh Happy Day Podcast on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastJoin the Work and Faith in the Wedding Industry Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/workandfaithweddingindustry

Season 3 is here!!!! We are kicking it off with photographer and fellow podcaster Britt Smith. Britt shares what it's liking working with your spouse in the wedding industry, how they have 4 kids and maintain a full time wedding business, and the story behind their business name. We also chat about how to step away from the comparison game with others in the industry to figure out your own measure of success. Ever struggle when God closed the door on a season in your life to move you to what's next? We talk about Britt's journey from worship leader to photographer, podcaster, writer and beyond. Britt's podcast, She Is Kindred, encourages women to find common ground and common grace together over all kinds of topics. Make sure to go take a listen! Find Britt on Instagram: @kairosphotographystl@sheiskindredco@brittnikelsmithAnd Online: http://kairosphotographystl.comhttps://sheiskindred.org Visit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast

In the last episode of the season, I chat with photographer Rian Fuller about her grief journey and how to have hope when the holidays are bittersweet. We also discuss a wedding "trend" that we both are hoping to see more of next year (it might surprise you!), the importance of family photos, and the part of our job that can be a challenge as a creative business owner. If you or someone you know is grieving this Christmas, Rian shares some advice on what was helpful for her when she experienced loss, and reminds us all that despite our hardships, God is still good. Find Rian on Instagram at: @rianfullerphotographyand online: www.rianfuller.com 

In this week's episode, calligrapher Maurelle De Los Santos shares how a high school class led to her interest in calligraphy despite her college major being the exact opposite of what she's doing now. We also chat about her life as a homeschooling mom and business owner, how the covid years changed her workshops, and the answered prayer that led to her doing live calligraphy with big brands like Tiffany and Co. Do you want to get in the habit of journaling your prayers? I think this episode will be just the encouragement you need to get started. Find Maurelle on instagram: @hellomaurelleand online: https://www.hellomaurelle.comWant to win a beautiful ornament from Maurelle? Just click on the link below and sign up for my email list by Friday December 2nd. A winner will be chosen on Saturday December 3rd!:  https://www.ohhappydaypodcast.com

In this week's special episode, I share something near and dear to my heart in anticipation of the upcoming gift season- supporting small businesses. All of the guests on the show are entrepreneurs and business owners in the wedding industry, and a lot of y'all that listen are too.  So, today I am going to share some of my favorite businesses that you can support as you buy gifts for loved ones. Some of these are former or future guests on the show, some are my friends, and some are just businesses I really, really love. Over the next few weeks, I'd encourage you to support whatever small or local businesses you love! Share their posts, talk about your favorite product of theirs, or just buy local when you can. It truly means the world when our friends support our work. Below are the links to all the businesses mentioned in this episode. Go check them out! Written Word Calligraphy: https://writtenwordcalligraphy.comHello Maurelle: https://www.hellomaurelle.comHandmade Studio TN: https://www.handmadestudiotn.comBA Makeup Company: https://bamakeupcompany.com/beauty-education/Texture Design Co: https://texturedesignco.comToadfish Outfitters: https://toadfish.comEventide Pennant Co: https://eventidepennantco.comCarrie Davis: https://www.carriedavis.artBR Design Co: https://shopbrdesignco.comTiny Tassel: https://thetinytassel.comFrancis and Benedict: https://francisandbenedict.comCandlefish: https://www.candlefish.comLindale Studios: https://lindalestudios.comVisit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastFind us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives.

This week's episode has not one, but two lovely guests! Emily and Brooke of Enhanced by EB are co-owners of a hair and makeup company based out of Charlotte, NC. We chat about loneliness in entrepreneurship, and how gaining a business partner was a literal answer to prayer. I also talk with them about the relationship between photography and hair/makeup, whether you should tell your hair or makeup artist if you don't like something, and their fave beauty products. Do you struggle with comparison and having a healthy self-image as a believer? This episode is for you. Find Emily and Brooke Online at:https://www.enhancedbyeb.comAnd on Instagram at: @enhanced_by_ebEmily's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/filter-free-podcast/id1561816533Visit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastFind us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives.Dubsado - A business management platform Sign up for Dubsado and get 20% off your first month or year subscription! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

In this week's episode, I chat with wedding planner Lisa Hearron of My Event Angels about the ups and downs of building a team. We discuss setting expectations with clients, praying with her couples, and what to do about bridezillas. Lisa shares her heart about taking a step back to spend more time with her family, taking Sundays off from weddings, and how we need to fill ourselves up first before we can pour out to others. My Event Angels also does a weekly bible study on Instagram live, and Lisa shares how you can join in!Find Lisa on Instagram: @my.event.angelsAnd Online: https://myeventangels.comVisit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastFind us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives.

In today's episode with Caitlin Williams of Forget Me Not Studio and All Boxed Up we discuss her journey from wedding videographer to stationer. Caitlin shares the process and fear of starting a new business during a pandemic (if you need bachelorette supplies- she's got you covered!), and how the Lord used people around her to give her the final push to get started. We also talk about her favorite part of her job as a stationer (it might surprise you!), how supply chain issues affect the paper industry, and how the Holy Spirit can give us composure on stressful wedding days. Do you struggle with wondering if your gifts and talents matter in God's kingdom? This episode is for you. Follow Caitlin on Instagram: @forgetmenot_studio and @allboxedupcoOnline: www.forgetmenotstudio.com  and www.all-boxed-up.comVisit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastFind us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives.Buzzsprout The easiest way to start a podcast. Get a $20 Amazon gift card when you sign up for a paid plan! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Get out your journals because this is a note-taking episode friends! Wedding Photographer Sarah Bradshaw shares her philosophy on the generational impact of having a healthy marriage, advice about moving your business from one city to another, and why you should hire a wedding planner before a photographer. We also chat about a dream wedding venue where we both want to shoot, why you look the most beautiful in photos when you are happy, and the gift of trusting in God's provision in our businesses. We wrap up talking about the unique way Sarah writes down her goals - and how that helps keep priorities in the proper order. You will love this conversation so much! Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahbradshawphoto and online www.sarahbradshaw.com . Visit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastFind us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives.Dubsado - A business management platform Sign up for Dubsado and get 20% off your first month or year subscription! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

In this episode with wedding and portrait photographer Mallory McClure, we chat about our role as photographers to preserve the present for future generations, the pressure of being a woman in today's world, and the difference between balance and faithfulness. Mallory shares how God pieces together every part of her (and our) story, and the heart behind her new portrait experiences for women. We also cover the importance of tangible art and why your wedding shouldn't be the only time to have fabulous photos of yourself. ;) Find Mallory on Instagram: @mallorymcclurephotography and online at www.mallorymcclure.com . 

What does a venue in California have to do with a wedding dress shop in Uganda? You're about to find out! In this episode, I chat with Laurie Ellen Park of the Greenhouse PNOC Wedding Venue in Southern California! We talk about everything from having realistic expectations for your budget, her favorite part of being a venue owner, and why you shouldn't have goats at your wedding. ;) She shares about a time in her life where she had no one to turn to except God, and how Hurricane Katrina was a catalyst for her faith. Laurie Ellen also runs a nonprofit called Becoming a Cupcake. You'll hear the story behind why she started it (it needs to be a movie!) and what your wedding dress has to do with how you can help. Find Laurie Ellen on Instagram at: @thegreenhouse_pnoc and @becomingacupcake and online at www.plantenders.com/weddings and https://becomingacupcake.orgVisit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast Find us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives. Dubsado - A business management platform Sign up for Dubsado and get 20% off your first month or year subscription! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

We are kicking off Season 2 with the wonderful Lorie Lau of HL Lovely Creations. Lorie is a luxury wedding planner in California with her husband Howard. Curious about what it's like to work with your spouse in the wedding industry? Lorie shares some details on how they divide up duties on a wedding day, and what she loves about working with her husband. We also chat about what kind of legacy we want to leave in our businesses, working for an 'audience of one,' and not viewing other vendors as competition. Find Lorie on Instagram: @hllovely and online at: www.hllovelycreations.comVisit Oh Happy Day on Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcast Find us online at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com and sign up for my email list to receive my list of top books for Christian creatives. Buzzsprout The easiest way to start a podcast. Get a $20 Amazon gift card when you sign up for a paid plan! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

I was totally blown away by this interview with Camille Levi of BA Makeup Company! We talk about how to handle transition and conflict in business in a healthy, God-honoring way. If you are a conflict-avoider (me!), you will be so encouraged by Camille's example of how she prayed through a challenging time in her business. We also discuss loving ourselves with and without makeup, body image, and why you might need to try red lipstick! If you are a go-getter, goal-setter, checklist-maker then this one is for you! We wrap up with a little chat about not striving for our worth and the importance of rest. BA Makeup company offers online courses for us regular folks who aren't makeup experts! You can learn from wherever you live from a true makeup professional - versus a teenager on YouTube. ;) Check out their site for all of their course offerings!  https://levelupyourlook.co/?fpr=aly59You can also find Camille online at:www.bamakeupcompany.comInstagram: @bamakeupcompanyAd affiliate - We may earn a small percentage from your purchase. 

In this episode, Karla Lim of Written Word Calligraphy shares how forging her parents' handwriting led to her interest in calligraphy, the importance of writing God's word, and hope for the anxiety that often comes with motherhood. We also chat about whether someone with bad handwriting can learn calligraphy and some fun products for those of us who are too indecisive for a real tattoo. ;) Note: We do briefly mention anxiety medication. It works for some, not for others. Both medication and healing can be gifts from God, so please continue what is working for your mental health. Find Karla online:Instagram: @writtenwordcalligraphyWebsite: www.writtenwordcalligraphy.com 

In my conversation with photographer Sarah Westmoreland Green, we talk about everything from working during football season, her best wedding planning advice as a newlywed, and the importance of community in work, faith and marriage. We also chat about how she's my Instagram Reels inspiration and a fun story about what *appeared* to be a runaway groom. 

I loved this conversation with Australian photographer Naomi Zaki of Spirit and Truth Elopements! When she realized that elopements weren't getting the credit they deserve - particularly amongst Christians - she created an all-inclusive business to educate potential couples and take all the stress out of wedding planning for them. We also talk about the importance of obedience even when it feels scary, praying for your clients, and pop-up storms during the ceremony. I think you'll love this one, friends. You can find Naomi on Instagram:@spiritandtruthelopments@naomizakiphotography And online at:www.spiritandtruthelopements.comwww.naomizakiphotography.com

In this episode, floral designer Roxy Davis with Sweet and Lovely Co shares her wisdom on not being afraid of making mistakes, how she made the transition from wedding cakes to floral design, and all about her Instagram sabbatical. We talk about glorifying God in jobs big and small, her personal faith journey, and she even tells us how to correctly pronounce "peony." This is a note taker- she has such good things to say! Find Roxy online: https://www.sweetandlovelyco.comOn Instagram: @sweetandlovelyco 

Ever wonder what happens to floral arrangements after a wedding? I talk about it with today's guest and so much more.  March is flower month on the podcast and we are kicking it off with Laura Union of Lux and Union Floral Design! In this conversation we talk about fun flower facts, trusting your vendors, the importance of prayer and how to see God in his creation. Curious what a floral designer's favorite flowers are? You'll find out! 

Today's conversation is with the lovely ladies of Honour and Blessing Events- Joanna and Sarah. These two are wedding planners from Vancouver, Canada and we talk about what it's like to work with your sister, staying true to yourself as a business owner, and honoring God in your business.  They also share their #1 piece of advice for a bride planning her wedding and we find out about their exciting new collaboration with OM Couture. Find Joanna and Sarah on Instagram: @honourandblessingand online:  https://www.honourandblessing.com

I chat with Dempsey of Water to Wine Hospitality about the inspiration behind her business name, some tips for aspiring wedding planners, and how God calls us to love people who are different than we are. I really loved hearing her heart behind hospitality, celebration, and ultimately serving our clients with excellence. We wrap up with a fun story about a dinosaur at a wedding - can't wait for y'all to hear this episode! You can find Dempsey on Instagram:@watertowinehospitality or online at www.watertowinehospitality.com 

In this conversation with photographer Taylor Heyward of Taylor Rae Photography, we talk about trusting God with your bookings, having grace in motherhood and...rabid raccoons. (Yes, you read that right). Ever wonder how being a mom affects the way you photograph a wedding? We talk about how it's changed the way we shoot and run a business. You can find Taylor on Instagram: @taylorraephoto and online at www.taylorraephotography.com . 

I loved this conversation with Charleston photographer Melissa Griffin! We talk about tips for second shooters, how God shows up during a cancer diagnosis, the importance of community and some of the funniest things that have happened to us at weddings. You can find Melissa on Instagram: @melissagriffinphotography.com or online at https://www.melissagriffinphotography.com . 

Hi friends, welcome to the trailer for the Oh Happy Day Podcast! Before our first interview launches next week, I just wanted to do a brief intro episode to answer a few questions – the biggest one being, “What made you want to start a podcast?” For those of us that work in the wedding industry, many of us are great at taking care of our clients but not so great at taking care of ourselves.  We give our couples 110% over and over and over again, and at the end of the wedding season we are burned out, tired, and wondering, “Do I actually want to book that wedding 2 ½ years from now?”  After surviving the dumpster fire that was the 2020 wedding season, I was tired. So I went looking for encouragement specifically for wedding vendors. I found resource after resource telling me how to book higher end weddings, how to be more productive, how to speed up my editing, how to sell albums. All those things are wonderful and needed, but I needed help for my soul, not just my business.  So, I turned to my faith. How does my belief in God give greater purpose to what I do on a wedding day? How can my faith fill me up so I can pour myself out in service to my clients? Does God care about my art and creativity? In searching, I found a treasure trove of encouragement in scripture, books, and even weddings themselves.  I have and will continue to photograph weddings of all different religious backgrounds – some with no religious affiliation at all. Yet at every single one, I have seen beauty, love, and traditions that have deepened my faith and pointed to the existence of a loving God.  This search for meaning and motivation led to conversations with other wedding friends.  And I wondered….what if everyone could hear these conversations on purpose and creativity? What if talking about our faith and work could encourage other wedding vendors too? Conversations that help us remember the “why” behind our sacrificed weekends and hard work.  So that brings us here- to the Oh Happy Day Podcast. While I'm not quitting my day job anytime soon – yes, I'm still shooting weddings – I am so excited for you to join me as I chat with my wedding friends about faith, work, and their personal stories.  We will have two episodes a month, so be sure to subscribe to our email list at www.ohhappydaypodcast.com  to be the first to know when they are live! Fellow vendors, I hope that the Oh Happy Day podcast can be a voice in your ear letting you know you aren't alone.  Thanks for listening! I'd love to hear from you!Instagram: @ohhappydaypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ohdpodcastWebsite: www.ohhappydaypodcast.com