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Password resistance, Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen, and more unseen addictions. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We discuss the term “throning,” and a Detla flight got turned around because of spoiled food. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We are trying to have Forrest Frank on the show, actors who got paid for doing basically nothing, and birthdays! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Episode DescriptionJared and I sat down with Jeff Chang from The Apartment and it felt like talking shop with an old friend who still wakes up excited to make pictures. We dig into how to protect the art, why composition is really about proportion, and how trust with your couples unlocks the best frames. If you are tired of rinse and repeat, this one is a reset. PHOTOCO members get an Aftercast where Jeff lays out simple steps to last a full career without losing joy. Join us at mileswittboyer.com/photo for the Aftercast and all the perks.GuestJeff Chang of The ApartmentWhat we coverThe artist struggle and how to keep your work fresh after nearly two decadesComposition as proportion and the bento box way to see a frameWhy connection comes first and direction works better after thatPartnership in the field and how a trusted teammate lifts everythingBurnout myths and the habits that make room for joyChasing trends with taste including direct flash and when to move onJoin PHOTOCO for the Aftercast with JeffMembers get a bonus episode with Jeff's practical roadmap for longevity, portfolio evolution, and upgrades to client experience. Grab access at mileswittboyer.com/photo and listen today.LinksPHOTOCO membership and Aftercast access: mileswittboyer.com/photoHow we use AI to buy back time with Imagen AI: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=mileswittboyerSubscribe and review on Apple and SpotifyMembership info any time: mileswittboyer.com/photoPeople first wins. When couples feel known, the photos breatheProportion matters. Let parts of the frame rest and place your subjects with intentionThe right shot looks different for every couple. Build a toolkit and pivot fastA good partner doubles your eyes and calms the roomJoy sticks around when you protect time for the art and keep the business simpleStart with connection. Take two minutes off camera and remind your couple what this day meansGuide with a steady flow. Gentle prompts keep energy up and nerves downBuild your nine pack. Three prompts for movement, three for stillness, three for close connectionScout for proportion. Find light and lines first, then place people where the frame already singsTag team. If you work with a partner, trade two minute windows to chase a bold ideaThe Apartment origin story and why simple names stick when they come from real lifeThe bento box metaphor you will never unseeWhy in person meetings book higher than Zoom and how that trust shows up in the workThe real way to avoid burnout and keep loving the craftWelcome and why this one mattersThe Apartment originComposition as proportionTrust before directionPartnership on a wedding dayLongevity and protecting the artAftercast inviteIf this conversation fired you up, come sit with us inside PHOTOCO. The Aftercast with Jeff is loaded with step by step ideas you can put to work on your next wedding. Join now at mileswittboyer.com/photo. Bring your questions to the next live call, grab the bonus resources, and keep the momentum going.wedding photography podcast, Jeff Chang, The Apartment Photo, luxury wedding photography, fine art wedding photography, composition tips, client experience, photography longevity, creative burnout, Northwest Arkansas wedding photographer, Imagen AI workflow
Wally’s newest song, the forever roll is back, and birthdays! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Jenny Day from Jenny Pearl Photography joins Miles and Jared for a conversation that hits every photographer in the sweet spot. From growing up off the grid in Montana to building a sought-after wedding brand in Utah, Jenny shares how curiosity became her greatest tool, why she refuses to live in one visual box, and how moms and new photographers can build real momentum with simple systems and brave creativity. We dig into lighting beyond golden hour, clean color and skin tones, time blocking, Patreon education, and turning imposter syndrome into a challenge that actually fuels growth. Stay to the end for the Aftercast preview where Jenny walks through starter camera settings and business basics.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN• Curiosity as a superpower to keep your work fresh• Lighting beyond golden hour (harsh light, shadows, uneven light)• Composition prompts that move you past “safe” poses• Systems that buy your time back (HoneyBook, editing flow)• Education with receipts (monthly styled shoots, BTS, full edits)• Mindset shifts to turn comparison into a useful challenge• A client intake that tailors the experience to every coupleCONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS• Off-grid beginnings and learning tech with ChatGPT• Variety over niche and a monthly concept engine• Canon R5 color and skin tones, plus DSLR backup workflow• Word of mouth + consistent Instagram as growth engines• Editing faster and overthinking less with Imagen AI• The exact pre-wedding questions Jenny asks to customize direction and timeline• Managing travel, parenting, and business with time blocking• Choosing fewer, higher-level weddings while expanding educationTACTICAL TAKEAWAYS• Build a monthly creative theme for yourself or your community• Schedule your brain: deep work by day, light cull/polish while you unwind• Use a couple questionnaire to clarify direction, priorities, and style• Practice hard lighting on low-stakes shoots so wedding-day stress drops• Treat envy as data: reverse-engineer what you admire and train that skillIMPORTANT LINKS• PHOTOCO Aftercast (extended episode with Jenny's camera settings and starter systems): join inside the Photographic Collective https://www.mileswittboyer.com/photo• Imagen AI (Miles's referral): https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=mileswittboyer• Miles Witt Boyer site: https://www.mileswittboyer.comCHAPTERS00:00 Welcome and why Jenny's color stops Jared in his tracks06:40 Off-grid beginnings and learning tech with ChatGPT15:22 Variety over niche and the monthly concept engine23:10 Lighting in the real world31:45 Systems for moms and makers39:20 Tools that help: HoneyBook and Imagen47:05 Client intake that personalizes the whole day54:50 Turning comparison into a challenge59:20 Aftercast previewLove this one? Jump into the PHOTOCO Aftercast for Jenny's step-by-step settings and starter systems, then use the Imagen link to win back your editing time. Subscribe, rate, and share with a friend who needs a creative push today.
Wally is surprised by a recent social media post, Denmark is making a move with social media, we're asked to plant, pick, and sell apples, and we end with weekend plans. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally wants to give God the credit He deserves for protecting Him last night, Ryan Seacrest throws his name in the hat to officiate Taylor's wedding, and we're asked to explain how we communicate without interupting each other. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Discussing a tough topic related to an artist in the Christian Music, a debacle at a restaurant with a screaming baby. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
This week's episode brought to you by IMAGEN Ai.This week, Miles and Jared sit down with Michelle Harris, luxury destination wedding photographer, Sigma ambassador, and powerhouse educator behind M Harris Studios, Laila Chanel Studios, and the 2K+ M Harris Hustlers community.From founding multiple brands to raising her daughters as a single mom and teaching thousands of photographers worldwide, Michelle has become a voice of confidence, community, and unapologetic hustle in an industry that often confuses success with perfection.In this conversation, Michelle opens up about the lessons she's learned building associate teams in D.C. and Atlanta, creating systems for sustainable growth, and redefining what “hustle” really means. You'll hear the heart behind her education, the real story of how her Master the City workshops started, and how she built a business that genuinely serves people while raising a family.Plus, Michelle shares practical steps for managing clients, creating emotional connection, and running consultations that book—and the mindset shifts that make it all possible.
Wally’s restroom choices, Taylor Swift’s new album, Jerry Turner is back and our job mascots. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s tooth update, the US Post Office is leaning into surge pricing, menstrual leave, celebrities that have left Hollywood, and weekend plans! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s intrusive thoughts, a hit and run, and our worst moments in our careers. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s text to his daughter, a real life hypothetical Hayden, and an A.I. actress is turning Hollywood upside down. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Betty’s headache, a fitness influencer’s drama, Reading Rainbow is coming back, and which board game we’d like to live in for a year. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s embarrassing story, the popularity of closed captions, and birthdays. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s tooth is still bugging him, birthdays and weekend plans! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Betty is taking tomorrow off to celebrate her dad’s birthday, a new American Girl Doll, we share stories about hearing things at night, celebrities that changed their names, and we choose between flip flops and snow boots. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s wife brought him medicine, Jimmy Kimmel is back on air, Olive Garden is playing with smaller portions of food, and birthdays! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Ники Павлов, Алекс Иванов, Преслав Ганев
We are joined by some visiting paddies, they play the newly weds game, Jimmy Kimmel is coming back on the air, heavy soda, and Wally’s tooth extraction. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Preston Luke went from small-town senior photographer to creator, educator, and creative director with an audience of 1M+ across Instagram and TikTok. In this conversation, Preston breaks down the practical steps behind turning your photo brand into a creator business—while staying sane and protecting your love for the craft.We cover:The photographer → creator pivot (and why he paused client work to open new doors)Content systems, editing help, and posting cadence that fueled rapid growthPitching and delivering for brand partners (Nikon, Adobe, SanDisk, Best Buy)Building a business that goes beyond sessions: presets, workshops, and Slate StudiosThe senior-model team engine he built across 30+ school districtsMental health, a 250-lb weight-loss journey, and taking a strategic break when growth got heavyConfidence vs. imposter syndrome (and why “showing up” as the brand matters)
We recap our week away, people getting mad on TikTok, Charlie Kirk’s memorial, and birthdays! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Ники Павлов, Здравко Добрев, Мартин Воев
An update on Charlie Kirk’s killer being caught, a wild travel story, a would you rather situation, and weekend plans! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We discuss Charlie Kirk’s death. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
An update on Phillies Karen, and we discuss therapy. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s terrible news, we use ChatGPT to make Wally bald, and a year of recalls. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We recap our weekends, using A.I. for work and personal projects, Kristen Bell, and a return to the Ryan Reynolds leaked footage. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We love conversations like this. Staci Brucks sat down with Jared and me and let us into the real story. Five years ago she was working in cardiac rehab. Today she's a fast-rising wedding photographer with a gift for connection and a presence online that feels honest and fun. We talk about how she found her voice, why consistency beats perfection, the realities of destination work, packing smart, and how simple behind-the-scenes clips can build trust with the right clients.Staci's approach is all heart and all hustle. If you've been stuck second-guessing your work or overthinking your marketing, this one will feel like a reset.Join PHOTOCO to hear the exclusive AFTERCAST with Staci where we dig into her workflow, social strategy, and the little systems that keep her business moving: www.mileswittboyer.com/photoFollow Staci:Instagram: @stacibrucksphotoWebsite: stacibrucksphoto.comFollow your hosts:Miles on Instagram: @mileswittboyerJared on Instagram: @jaredmarkfincherWatch the video episode and more:YouTube: The Photographic Collective
Southwest Airlines might be drawing Wally back in, the Golden Bachelor, we give our opinions of year round schooling, and weekend plans! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally discusses Plattville, Starbucks is coming out with protein drinks, and medieval health hacks. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Betty tried on 11 pairs of jeans for a fashion show, support animals, and Wally doesn’t wash his hands. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Detailing our Labor Day weekends, a scamming story, people who fell in love on a movie set. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We discuss the the seriousness of the recent school shooting in Minnesota. We end with jobs that most of us consider useless and then weekend plans involving Wally and Betty Rock's mom going shopping. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
There's been an update in the Forrest Frank and Cory Asbury situation and Wally learns he should ask Betty Rock for her opinion first. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Controversy is the name of the game and the contenders are Cory Asbury & Forrest Frank with the winner taking on Will Smith and his A.I. audience! You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally is done, and a woman’s interesting way of memorializing her husband. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We react to comments about our favorite drink, Alani, someone used ChatGPT to create Hypothetical Hayden, people who didn’t realize they were dating celebrities, and our favorite day of the week. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Kid actors in Hollywood, charging people to attend weddings, and we return to Hypothetical Hayden. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Password problems with Wally, a Kardashian lake day, and we pick a Pixar character that represents us. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s post birthday, and we talk about our church experiences. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
The Hambone awards, a man got crazy on a plane, and Wally gets a call from his daughter. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s obsessed with TikTok's Chit, he's also working on a new straw trick, the Denmark zoo is asking for donations but it's not what you think, a 30-year-old embryo is given life, Wally finds it ironic that Bethany Hamilton's son was bit by a dog, and we learn that Wally has none of the behaviors smart people tend to exemplify. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
We talked to Katie Miller from Sight and Sound about their show, Noah, which is coming to theatres across the country later this year. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Wally’s energy water, the Savannah Bananas, an update on the American Eagle jean situation, the Golden Bachelor is in hot water, and a would you rather question. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Our special guest on the show, Wally got click baited, a follow up on Demi Lovato’s yogurt incident, ChatGPT labels what veggies we are, and weekend plans. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
American Eagle controversy, and we dissect a trailer for the movie Eternity. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
A 21 year old arrested for his poor choices, Christian Wilkin’s release from the Raiders, and robots that we want for chores around the house. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
Comments on Wally’s Forrest Frank video, he reads a text from his wife, an episode of Peppa Pig got banned, and Wally’s positive rant. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies