Podcast appearances and mentions of jose villa

Jose Villa, president of marketing agency Sensis, joins host Matthew Schwartz to discuss how marketers increase their appeal with the Hispanic market, the fastest growing contributor to the U.S. economy. Villa, whose worked with such clients as Anthem, One West Bank, and Cal State LA, says that brands that are eager to boost engagement with Hispanics must deploy an integrated marketing strategy that blends social media, paid media, and earned media. Perhaps most important for brand managers to realize is that the Hispanic market is not a monolith, but a community rich in diversity.

In this episode, we welcome Jose Villa, arguably the most influential wedding photographers of our time. With over 20 years in the industry, Jose's journey has been about more than just taking photos—it's been about building a legacy. From his early days charging $400 for weddings to now capturing million-dollar events around the globe, Jose opens up about the power of client relationships, mastering the art of film in a digital age, and the discipline it takes to succeed in an industry fueled by creativity and pressure. Hear how he navigates the expectations of high-profile clients, the role of humility and discipline in his career, and why he believes in lifting others within the industry. This conversation is a must-listen for photographers and creatives looking to make their mark with integrity and passion.

Episode 99 - In this episode of the Latino Business Report, we explore the significant growth of the Hispanic and minority populations in the United States and the increasing need for multicultural marketing strategies. Our guest, Jose Villa, is the founder and president of Sensis—the nation's largest multicultural marketing agency—Jose brings over 25 years of experience in research, advertising, and digital communications. For a Copy of the Report -https://www.nhi-report.com/ Company Website - https://www.sensisagency.com/   

Listen in to this revisit as Andy chats with two guests, both of whom have been featured on the podcast multiple times in the past. Laurie Arons is a planner and designer of Laurie Arons Special Events and has been featured in numerous magazine publications and has been listed in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Martha Stewart Weddings as one of the top worldwide planners. Her clientele is made up of trendsetters such as Sophia Coppola, Vanessa Getty, and Christy Turlington as well as prominent business moguls like Gary Friedman, Frank Caufield, and Eddie DeBartolo. Laurie has also created and runs a very successful wedding planner master class. Also joining Andy is Jose Villa, a fine art photographer who is considered by many to be the top event photographer in the world. He has been published in numerous magazines and was named one of the top wedding photographers by Martha Stewart Weddings, Harper's Bazaar, Style Me Pretty, and Vogue. He was also named one of the top ten photographers in the world by American Photo Magazine and was named one of the most influential photographers of the decade. Jose, in addition, runs workshops and authored the book Fine Art Wedding Photography. Laurie and Jose have been working together for nearly a decade, and they each elaborate upon what it's like working with the other. Laurie describes her business as live theatre only not with actors, a feeling which gives her butterflies because she puts a lot of thought into it. They also discuss at length how they address unexpected obstacles such as challenging weather, what's important to them as far as the guest experience is concerned, what they look for in a good venue, and what they are seeing happening currently in their business now that we are (hopefully) nearing the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Andy had such a fun time talking to Laurie and Jose again – especially at the same time – and encourages you to go back and listen to their previous episodes of the podcast by going to The Wedding Biz's website and typing in their names in the search bar. Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast so that you never miss an episode, and if you can think of at least three good friends who would benefit from listening to the podcast, share it with them! Andy would also appreciate a positive review wherever you listen to the podcast! Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.   SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a patron and support Andy and the show! If you are so inspired, contribute!   Time Stamps [0:24] - Andy reveals this episode's two guests – Jose Villa and Laurie Arons – and gives their credentials. [2:11] - Jose reveals that location and communication are some of the key elements for a successful collaboration with a designer. [3:02] - We learn that Laurie considers a lot of photography experience as well as commitment to be very important when working with a photographer. [4:39] - Laurie and Jose talk about their collaborative process together, and Jose reflects on the stressful aspects of his job. [7:39] - Laurie explains how she tries to keep Jose as informed of details as possible. [10:30] - Laurie reflects a little on the difficulty of obstacles such as the bride wanting her hair redone and how that negatively impacts a set schedule. [11:25] - We hear examples of how weather can negatively impact events. [14:47] - Laurie and Jose share what's important to them in relation to the guest experience. [16:06] - Laurie and Jose describe a very long wooden pathway that Laurie was involved in making for a particular client. [18:25] - Laurie discusses venues and what makes a good venue for her. [21:20] - From a photographer's perspective, Jose expounds upon what makes a good venue for him. [23:42] - Jose talks about the importance of a venue eliciting a certain mood. [25:11] – Jose and Laurie reveal what they are currently seeing in the business now that we are approaching the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. [27:29] – Andy explains how to go about finding Laurie and Jose on previous episodes of the podcast. LINKS AND RESOURCES Laurie's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding Biz Jose's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding Biz Jose Villa – Fine Art Wedding Photography: How to Capture Images with Style for the Modern Bride   Find Laurie: Laurie Arons Special Events – Website Laurie Arons Special Events' Facebook Page Laurie's Instagram Page Laurie's Twitter Page       Find Jose:   Jose's Website Jose's Blog Jose's Facebook Page Jose's Instagram Page Jose's Twitter Page   Follow The Wedding Biz on Social: The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz Network The Music Makers   Support The Wedding Biz by clicking here.   Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment.  

February 10, 2021 - Chris Cumicek and Jose Villa, Fox Communities Credit Union

Joel Serrato is today's guest, and Andy is so excited to have him on the show! Joel has been named a top wedding photographer by Harper's Bazaar and Martha Stewart Weddings, and his photography is based on capturing pure moments of authentic emotions. Some of his noteworthy work includes work for Pat Benatar, Tamara Mowry, and Adam Housley, and the quality of his work simply speaks for itself. Joel details how his original interest was in filmmaking but that his husband Jose Villa got him interested in wedding photography. He touches upon whether he prefers digital or film (and makes a pretty bold statement that might surprise you), what he does to bring in compatible clientele, and whether or not he has managed to find a balance between being a professional wedding photographer, a husband, and a father to two little ones. Joel also strongly believes in event professionals supporting each other rather than going up against each other, and he even demonstrates that by reaching out to photographers who got jobs over him and congratulating them. This positivity is something that he also carries with him pretty much everywhere that he goes, and he gives an example of how he managed to make a really good situation out of a literally rainy day, putting on what he calls his “swan face.” This was such a special conversation for Andy because of how kind and thoughtful Joel is, and he really appreciates Joel's time and how open that he was on the show. If you enjoyed Andy's conversation with Joel Serrato, then he would really love it if you were to share this episode with at least three people you know who might also enjoy it. Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast if you aren't already so that you never miss a new episode and to leave a top review wherever you listen. That really helps out Andy and the show! This episode is sponsored by Zola, the fastest-growing wedding platform that connects today's couples with the right planners and vendors. Zola gives wedding professionals more control, better exposure, and higher quality leads - all with competitive pricing and no annual commitment. Create your free listing at www.zola.com/andy.   Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.   SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a patron and support Andy and the show! If you are so inspired, contribute!   Time Stamps [0:00] – The sponsor of this episode is Zola. [0:23] - Andy recommends the book The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin. [1:54] - Andy is excited to announce that Joel Serrato is this episode's special guest! [2:52] - Discover that Joel got his start in filmmaking. [5:35] - Joel identifies his husband Jose Villa as his greatest teacher. [7:39] - Does Joel prefer film or digital? [10:03] - How does Joel look at lighting, composition, and style? [12:04] - Joel walks us through the usual process with his clients. [14:44] - Joel believes that wedding industry professionals should support each other. [16:09] - Hear what the biggest challenges of destination weddings are. [19:29] - Does Joel approach photographing celebrities differently? [22:59] - Joel gives an example of a challenge that he had to overcome. [25:37] - Learn how Joel calmed a nervous bride down. [29:24] - Joel discusses situations that led to other opportunities. [31:26] - Joel reveals whether or not he's able to balance his professional and personal lives. [35:14] - Joel reflects back on how his parents inspired him. [36:41] - What gear is Joel currently using? [38:59] - Andy gives us Joel's website and Instagram information.   LINKS & RESOURCES Rick Rubin - The Creative Act: A Way of Being   Find Joel: Joel's WebsiteJoel's Instagram Page   Follow The Wedding Biz on Social: The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz Network The Music Makers   Support The Wedding Biz by clicking here. Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment & Zola.

Peyton Frank is a destination wedding filmmaker based in Austin, Texas who is known for her romantic yet sweepingly cinematic style. Named one of the top videographers in the world by Harper's BAZAAR, Peyton travels the world capturing luxury weddings from Paris to Aspen to Lake Como. Combining her background in Art History with her genuine love of people, Peyton's internationally renowned work has allowed her to collaborate with industry greats such as Monique Lhullier, Jose Villa, and KT Merry and clients such as Kacey Musgraves.In today's episode we discuss: Peyton's background studying art history and what made her decide to become a wedding filmmaker The Peyton Frank signature wedding film approach Ins and outs of planning and executing luxury destination events (travel, managing a team, equipment, etc.) Advice on how to form genuine relationships in the wedding industry Destination wedding trends Peyton's dream destination wedding locationThe Wedding Destination Podcast, brought to you by international wedding photographer Molly Carr, whose work can regularly be seen in publications such as Harper's BAZAAR, Town & Country, BRIDES, and Martha Stewart Weddings and who was voted a Top Wedding Photographer in the World by The Wed.Designed to educate and inspire couples and creatives on all things destination weddings, the Wedding Destination Podcast interviews luxury wedding industry professionals who are at the top of their fields to give inspiring and actionable business and wedding planning advice.Tune in to the Wedding Destination Podcast every week to stay up to date with the latest destination wedding trends, advice from luxury wedding industry professionals, and plan the destination wedding of your dreams! Subscribe now, and get the inside scoop.FOLLOW ALONG:The Wedding Destination Podcast@weddingdestinationpodcastPeyton Frankhttp://www.peytonannefrank.com/@peytonfrankMolly Carr Photographyhttps://mollycarrphotography.com/@mollycarrphotography

Gabrielle Hurwitz is a fashion concierge and personal wedding stylist. As the former head of social and editorial content at Style Me Pretty, Gabrielle is a thought leader in the wedding community and has worked with all of the very best in the industry, from Over the Moon to Bella Belle Shoes to Joy Proctor to Jose Villa.In today's episode we discuss: Gabrielle's childhood love of weddings and her background working in social media which eventually led her to becoming a bridal stylist The process of working with a bridal stylist How Gabrielle collaborates with the wedding planner, photographer, and creative team to elevate the client experience and photos Relationships with wedding dress designers Seeking inspiration Destination wedding trendsThe Wedding Destination Podcast, brought to you by international wedding photographer Molly Carr, whose work can regularly be seen in publications such as Harper's BAZAAR, Town & Country, BRIDES, and Martha Stewart Weddings and who was voted a Top Wedding Photographer in the World by The Wed.Designed to educate and inspire couples and creatives on all things destination weddings, the Wedding Destination Podcast interviews luxury wedding industry professionals who are at the top of their fields to give inspiring and actionable business and wedding planning advice.Tune in to the Wedding Destination Podcast every week to stay up to date with the latest destination wedding trends, advice from luxury wedding industry professionals, and plan the destination wedding of your dreams! Subscribe now, and get the inside scoop.FOLLOW ALONG:The Wedding Destination Podcast@weddingdestinationpodcastGabrielle Hurwitz Bridal Stylinghttps://gabriellehurwitz.com/@gabriellehurwitzMolly Carr Photographyhttps://mollycarrphotography.com/@mollycarrphotography

On this episode of The Girl Powerful Podcast sponsored by Indeed, Tedi and Sonya Serge welcomes Heather Sharpe of The Editor's Touch. Heather was the editor of a successful wedding blog from October 2008 until March 2015. In her time as the editor and founder of Style Unveiled, she learned many tips and tricks that are extremely valuable and helpful to any online endeavor. Heather reached a point where she was ready to move on to the next step in digital and online marketing and decided to retire from being the face of a blog to being a supportive presence for other blogs and business owners to give their online presence a boost. Tedi, Sonya and Heather discuss how to present yourself through your website, user experience optimization, website must haves, and more! Heather's client list includes Chris Harrison (formerly) of The Bachelor series, Heather Rae el Moussa from Selling Sunset, Jose Villa, Todd Events, and more. She has designed over 170 websites to date. Follow her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/editorstouch/ 1:50 Tips to get your message on your website and online. 10:25 What do you do to close a deal? 15:45 What do customers need to bring to Heather in order for her to build them a website? 21:40 What makes you feel the most alive? Available for download on iTunes, Spotify and Stitcher. Girl Powerful Podcast with Sonya and Tedi Serge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The Wedding Biz is a special one because Andy is recording live during Laurie Arons' masterclass and has three special guests today - Laurie herself, Jose Villa, and Carrie Goldberg, all three of whom have been on the podcast before. Laurie runs Laurie Arons Special Events, and she talks about what the most important characteristics are in a prospective photographer, what some of the inherent pitfalls tend to be, how she feels about the relationship between photography and marketing, her preference of film over digital, what she does if she is ever underwhelmed by a photographer's gallery, etc. Wedding photographer Jose Villa discusses what he ideally needs from a planner to do what he does best, what he is most attracted to when it comes to the features of a setting, why he sometimes needs to remind himself that a wedding is not a photoshoot and that the emphasis is not on him as the photographer, how he goes about capturing unexpected moments, what he needs in terms of lighting when shooting inside, how he markets himself, and more! Founder and creative director of CLG Creative Carrie Goldberg touches upon her process of collaborating with a photographer, how improvisation sometimes plays a role, how she approaches capturing photographable moments, methods that she uses to stay calm in stressful situations, and so on! This panel was so informative, and Andy appreciates Laurie's, Jose's, and Carrie's time and thanks you for listening! He would appreciate it if you were to subscribe to the podcast if you aren't already so that you never miss a new episode, and be sure also to leave a top review wherever you listen because that really helps out the show and helps people find it!   This episode is sponsored by Zola, the fastest-growing wedding platform that connects today's couples with the right planners and vendors. Zola gives wedding professionals more control, better exposure, and higher quality leads - all with competitive pricing and no annual commitment. Create your free listing at www.zola.com/andy. Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.   SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a patron and support Andy and the show! If you are so inspired, contribute!   Time Stamps [0:00] – Today's sponsor is Zola. [0:22] - Andy introduces today's three special guests. [2:16] - What does Laurie look for in a photographer? [3:38] - Laurie agrees that you have to have the right vibe with the photographer. [4:20] - Jose makes a case for what he needs from a planner like Laurie. [6:16] - What makes for a great venue setting for Jose? [8:07] - Carrie offers insight into collaborating with a photographer. [10:02] - Does Carrie work through the planner in advance? [10:50] - Laurie provides examples of some of the pitfalls. [12:00] - Jose points out that he has to remind himself that a wedding is not a photoshoot. [13:27] - Carrie gives an example of improvisation in the moment playing a role. [15:00] - Jose touches upon capturing unexpected moments. [15:44] - Jose argues that a good wedding photographer needs to be patient. [17:10] - Laurie praises Jose for always being physically present. [20:49] - Carrie shares her stance on capturing moments. [23:08] - Laurie argues that all wedding planners have mistakenly expressed stress. [25:23] - Carrie discusses how to stay calm in stressful situations. [26:55] - What does Jose need when shooting inside? [28:50] - Laurie talks about the relationship between photography and marketing. [30:35] - What is Carrie's ethos on using photography for marketing. [32:57] - How does Jose feel about marketing his career? [34:40] - What does Laurie do if she is underwhelmed by a gallery? [37:17] - Laurie cares a lot about the ceremony setup and explains why. [40:04] - What are some elevator pitches for hiring stylists? [41:47] - Where can we find Laurie, Jose, and Carrie online?   LINKS AND RESOURCES: Laurie's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding BizJose's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding BizCarrie's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding Biz   Find Laurie: Laurie Arons Special Events - WebsiteLaurie Arons Special Events - Facebook PageLaurie's Instagram PageLaurie's Twitter Page Find Jose: Jose's Website Jose's Blog Jose's Facebook Page Jose's Instagram Page Jose's Twitter Page   Find Carrie: Carrie's WebsiteCarrie's Instagram Page Follow The Wedding Biz on Social: The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz Network The Music Makers   Support The Wedding Biz by clicking here. Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment & Zola.

You don't get to photograph weddings for Justin Bieber, and Paris Hilton by accident. You don't become one of the most exclusive wedding photographers on the planet without a plan. This week, John sits down with world-renowned wedding photographers Jose Villa and Joel Serrato to talk about how they spent the last 20 years building a brand like none other on the planet. We talk about the relationships they've built to get into the ultra-luxury market. We also talk about what they look for in referring wedding filmmakers. Check out Jose Villa and Joel Serrato on Instagram Jose Villa - https://instagram.com/josevilla?utm_medium=copy_link Joel Serrato - https://instagram.com/joelserrato?utm_medium=copy_link Website Jose Villa - https://josevilla.com/ Joel Serrato - https://joelserrato.com/

Part one of this interview was one of our most listened to episodes ever. No surprise there because while it's always tempting for podcasts to focus on things like how amazing photographer's shoot or where they've been this conversation with Jonas Peterson is all about the why. It's a lesson that Jonas has learned and a process he has refined over a career filled with adventures and awards. In fact, the more acclaim Jonas receives the more he attempts to sidestep the limelight in the name of authenticity for his clients. Part One of the Jonas Peterson interview by Miles really dug into Jonas' origin story coming from the advertising world and being named one of the top photographers in the world in his first year as a full time shooter. This part of the interview focuses more into what comes next for Jonas, how he sees the future of the industry, and ways that we can all be more mindful, more intentional, more authentic photographers. For all of the time so many of us in the photography community spend educating at workshops, creating content on YOUTUBE, mentoring, shooting, training, editing, training associates, selling albums (and the list goes on and on)... The truth is that most of us can trace some part of how we do what we do back to the influence that Jonas Peterson has had on the industry. His friendships with names like Fer Juarsiti, Gabe McClintock, Jose Villa, etc are a perfect example of the level of work Jonas has created and yet for as accomplished as he is perhaps what we can learn the most from this conversation with him is how important it is to approach every client, every wedding with the humility to see them as the heros in their own story. No matter how famous Jonas has become his approach has always been to serve and love his couples and it shows perhaps most in his most recent work as he pairs Super8 video, expired Polaroid Film, and remarkable imagery into this art that is uniquely him. To see more of Jonas Peterson's work check out his website https://jonaspeterson.com/ The Photographic Collective is a creative community moderated by photographers and friends from all over the world and powered by Miles Witt Boyer. This podcast as well as membership in the Collective are totally free and offer a positive, intentional approach to community in the photographic and creative industry. Join us here : https://www.facebook.com/groups/photographiccollective.mwb or reach out to Miles directly for information on small group training, mentor programs and getting more involved in the PHOTOCO leadership training here : https://www.mileswittboyer.com/education

Time for a mouthwatering episode! Learn what to look for in cake vendors, when to do a cake tasting, and how much cake you should order. You'll also hear our thoughts on saving the top layer for your one-year anniversary and whether or not we're team sheet cake. Plus: a listener question about tipping vendors.Discussed in This Episode:Our episode with Jasmine Rae Cakes (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-conversation-with-jasmine-rae-cakes-finding-your/id1551208110?i=1000518041133)Blue Hill at Stone Farms (https://www.bluehillfarm.com/)Our episode with Jose Villa (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-conversation-with-jose-villa-what-wedding/id1551208110?i=1000512402246)Visit Our Website:https://www.WeddedPodcast.comGrab Our Freebies And Planning Tools:www.WeddedShop.comEmail Us All Of Your Questions and Comments:Questions@WeddedPodcast.comFind Us On Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcastRead About Our Hosts:Tracy Taylor Ward DesignWebsite: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorwardShannon Leahy EventsWebsite: https://www.ShannonLeahy.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

It's no secret that success doesn't happen accidentally. Achieving your dreams takes big, purposeful action on a regular basis. And this philosophy, paired with a strong work ethic, is what gave today's guest, Peyton Frank, the edge in her career that yielded huge results.Join the *Free Facebook Community* - As wedding professionals, we are often running our businesses while flying solo. But you don't need to go it alone.Connect with Taylor + The Level Up Co.:Instagram: @thelevelupcowww.TheLevelUpCo.comLearn more about Peyton Frank:www.peytonfrankfilms.comwww.instagram.com/peytonfrankPeyton Frank is a destination wedding, commercial, and editorial filmmaker based out of Dallas and Austin, Texas. She has traveled internationally and domestically filming with top wedding professionals such as KT Merry, Jose Villa, and Joy Proctor. When she isn't filming or editing, Peyton can be found traveling and relaxing with her mom or boyfriend or relaxing at home with her two cats, Zoe and Elio.

Andy chats with two guests in this episode of The Wedding Biz, both of whom have been featured on the podcast multiple times in the past. Laurie Arons is a planner and designer of Laurie Arons Special Events and has been featured in numerous magazine publications and has been listed in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Martha Stewart Weddings as one of the top worldwide planners. Her clientele is made up of trendsetters such as Sophia Coppola, Vanessa Getty, and Christy Turlington as well as prominent business moguls like Gary Friedman, Frank Caufield, and Eddie DeBartolo. Laurie has also created and runs a very successful wedding planner master class. Also joining Andy is Jose Villa, a fine art photographer who is considered by many to be the top event photographer in the world. He has been published in numerous magazines and was named one of the top wedding photographers by Martha Stewart Weddings, Harper's Bazaar, Style Me Pretty, and Vogue. He was also named one of the top ten photographers in the world by American Photo Magazine and was named one of the most influential photographers of the decade. Jose, in addition, runs workshops and authored the book Fine Art Wedding Photography. Laurie and Jose have been working together for nearly a decade, and they each elaborate upon what it's like working with the other. Laurie describes her business as live theatre only not with actors, a feeling which gives her butterflies because she puts a lot of thought into it. They also discuss at length how they address unexpected obstacles such as challenging weather, what's important to them as far as the guest experience is concerned, what they look for in a good venue, and what they are seeing happening currently in their business now that we are (hopefully) nearing the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Andy had such a fun time talking to Laurie and Jose again – especially at the same time – and encourages you to go back and listen to their previous episodes of the podcast by going to The Wedding Biz's website and typing in their names in the search bar. Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast so that you never miss an episode, and if you can think of at least three good friends who would benefit from listening to the podcast, share it with them! Andy would also appreciate a positive review wherever you listen to the podcast! Have you heard about the brand new show on The Wedding Biz Network, Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.   SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a patron and support Andy and the show! If you are so inspired, contribute!   Time Stamps [1:42] – Andy reveals this episode's two guests – Jose Villa and Laurie Arons – and gives their credentials. [3:44] – Jose reveals that location and communication are some of the key elements for a successful collaboration with a designer. [4:36] – We learn that Laurie considers a lot of photography experience as well as commitment to be very important when working with a photographer. [6:13] – Laurie and Jose talk about their collaborative process together, and Jose reflects on the stressful aspects of his job. [9:12] – Laurie explains how she tries to keep Jose as informed of details as possible. [12:03] – Laurie reflects a little on the difficulty of obstacles such as the bride wanting her hair redone and how that negatively impacts a set schedule. [13:46] – We hear examples of how weather can negatively impact events. [16:52] – Laurie and Jose share what's important to them in relation to the guest experience. [18:24] – Laurie and Jose describe a very long wooden pathway that Laurie was involved in making for a particular client. [20:30] – Laurie discusses venues and what makes a good venue for her. [23:25] – From a photographer's perspective, Jose expounds upon what makes a good venue for him. [25:47] – Jose talks about the importance of a venue eliciting a certain mood. [27:16] – Jose and Laurie reveal what they are currently seeing in the business now that we are approaching the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. [29:29] – Andy explains how to go about finding Laurie and Jose on previous episodes of the podcast.   RESOURCES The Wedding Biz - “Top 10 Event Luminary Tips for Dealing with Stress”Laurie's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding Biz Jose's Previous Guest Spots on The Wedding BizJose Villa – Fine Art Wedding Photography: How to Capture Images with Style for the Modern Bride   Find Laurie: Laurie Arons Special Events - Website Laurie Arons Special Events' Facebook Page Laurie's Instagram Page Laurie's Twitter Page   Find Jose: Jose's Website Jose's Blog Jose's Facebook Page Jose's Instagram Page Jose's Twitter Page   On Clubhouse, follow Andy @andykushner and join his club “The Wedding Biz” to get additional content and to get direct access to Andy.   Follow The Wedding Biz on Social: The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz Network The Music Makers  

Jose Villa is one of the most influential wedding photographers in the world. Shooting A-grade celebrity's weddings, including Justin Bieber's wedding!  He shares how he made his break, some BTS on what it looks like to shoot Justin's wedding and so much more. Jose Villa will be talking at the Wedding Photography Summit: https://weddingphotographysummit.com/ Say hi to Jai Long: https://www.instagram.com/jailong.co Say hi to Jose Villa: https://www.instagram.com/josevilla/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to “pick the brain” of a celebrity wedding photographer? It’s your lucky day! In this deep dive conversation, Joel and I chat about all things traveling (and how to get into other countries with all your gear), the move towards digital and his gear of choice, and finally, what his client communication looks like from the first call to the final delivery. You don’t want to miss this episode! Joel even shares some behind the scenes stories from his times shooting alongside his talented husband, Jose Villa, for celebrity clients like Justin Bieber & Hailey Baldwin and Nick Jonas & Priyanka Chopra. Hit play to tune in!   About Joel Serrato: Joel Serrato’s artistry in wedding photography is built upon a strong foundation of capturing pure moments of emotion, innocence, laughter and love. Specializing in huge, complex weddings and seeking clients who are crazy in love and aren’t afraid to cry, the Harper’s Bazaar published photographer’s nuptials of note include Pat Benatar, Tamera Mowry, Elle Fowler and Adam Housley, to name just a few.   Show Notes: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/joel-serrato-traveling-gear-client-communication

Join us as we sit down with Jose Villa, one of the most influential wedding photographers of our time! The mastermind that captured epic events like Justin and Hailey Bieber's wedding talks how a great photog can elevate your wedding business, how to keep everything running on time and even best practices for a photo-worthy cake cutting. Discussed in This Episode:Jose Villa (www.JoseVilla.com)Visit Our Website:https://www.WeddedPodcast.comGrab Our Freebies And Planning Tools:www.WeddedShop.comEmail Us All Of Your Questions and Comments:Questions@WeddedPodcast.comFind Us On Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcastRead About Our Hosts:Tracy Taylor Ward DesignWebsite: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorwardShannon Leahy EventsWebsite: https://www.ShannonLeahy.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

"What I strive to do for every couple I shoot is to deliver variety, quality, and consistency throughout." Listen as Andy and his guest Erich McVey discuss a variety of topics, including how he got started in photography and what he means by combining documentary and fine art styles when he shoots weddings plus much more on this episode of The Wedding Biz.   Erich is a wedding, portrait, and editorial film photographer with a love for medium format cameras, natural light, and incredible scenery. Erich was named by Harpers Bazaar, Brides, and Martha Stewart Weddings as one of the world's best wedding photographers and twice selected as film Photographer of the Year.    Listen as Erich discusses controlling variables to position couples to give them a moment and not let the business and repetition kill his zest for creating unique imagery. Erich also shares what drew him to film over digital and why he believes he can live in the camera when he shoots with film instead of dealing with the distraction of digital.   Erich believes that lighting is a photographer's best friend. Using light is probably the most enjoyable aspect of being a photographer and is a major way to distinguish photographers from one another. Erich says that he loves the fact that this gets to be his job and that it's totally interpretive.   Have you heard about the brand new show on The Wedding Biz Network, Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.   SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a patron and support Andy and the show: If you are so inspired: contribute.    Show Highlights: [02:22] Welcome to the show, Erich! [03:26] Erich shares how his mom got him an interview to shoot an ad campaign before he ever even had a camera. [05:17] Erich speaks about traveling the country for his first job, shooting at different locations for the company, and how the person they paired him up with eventually became his wife. [08:02] Erich believes his parents were an enormous influence on him becoming a photographer. [09:15] He shot a family friend's wedding, and his career started from word of mouth. [12:01] Erich describes what he means by combining documentary and fine art style. [14:48] Erich tells every couple he talks to, whether or not they hire him, to look at full wedding galleries from wedding photographers. [16:12] Erich discusses how he goes about putting couples in a position to have a moment. [18:52] Having the headspace to roll with and address the variables as they come is very important. [20:08] Erich believes you can lose your zest and artistry to create unique imagery when business and repetition kill the soul. [24:13] Why did you choose film over digital? [26:39] Once Erich determined how he wanted his photography to look, he reached out to Jose Villa and signed up for his workshop. [28:32] Erich talks about why he likes the look of film over digital. [30:08] Erich lives in the camera when he shoots film instead of the disruption of using digital. [31:28] How do you think about framing and composition? [33:18] Erich believes that light is a photographer's best friend, and there is a learning curve when you go from digital to film. [35:40] "Utilizing light is probably the most fun aspect of being a photographer and the way that maybe even distinguishes photographers the most from one another." [38:53] What still challenges you and gives you anxiety? [40:28] Erich loves that this is his job and that he can take a wedding in many directions, which he says is terrifying, but it keeps him motivated. [42:36] Erich discusses the online photography course he and his wife put together. [45:23] What is the latest equipment that you are using? [46:08] Thank you for being on the show!   RESOURCES   Find Erich: Erich McVey @erichmcvey Instagram | Pinterest Erich’s online course if i made    Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz   The Wedding Biz Network The Music Makers   Support The Wedding Biz by clicking here.    Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment  www.KushnerEntertainment.com   Mentioned: Jose Villa Episode 49 on The Wedding Biz Jose Villa Episode 228 on The Wedding Biz Jose Villa Episode 235 on The Wedding Biz  

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Hey planners! We have quite the episode lined up for you with two of the best wedding photographers in the business, Joel Serrato and Jose Villa. In this episode, you’ll get a behind the scenes look at how these two started working together and their experience of shooting high profile celebrity weddings. These two have so much valuable insight into the industry and I just loved how they each shared their perspectives on the episode today around saying “yes” to clients, being a part of a vendor team, making sure the day-of timeline flows smoothly and more!    What’s in this episode: How Joel and Jose got into the wedding industry Joel’s first wedding client and how he got into weddings with the help of Jose Their process of working together for weddings How they got to where they are in their businesses Their experience in shooting high profile weddings How mastering a specific skill can set you apart Why Jose believes in always saying “yes” to requests What they look for when working with wedding planners Their advice about being a team player as a vendor Tips for ensuring the day-of timeline goes smoothly    About Joel:Joel Serrato’s artistry in wedding photography is built upon a strong foundation of capturing pure moments of emotion, innocence, laughter and love. This gorgeous tapestry called life grows with each couple’s journey, which he captures exquisitely on film, time and again. Specializing in huge, complex weddings—“the bigger the better”—and seeking clients who are crazy in love and aren’t afraid to cry, the Harper’s Bazaar published photographer’s nuptials of note include Pat Benatar, Tamera Mowry, Elle Fowler and Adam Housley, to name just a few. “I give my all to my clients. When I’m shooting your wedding, I’m in one thousand percent.”   Connect with Joel:Website | Instagram    About Jose:People often ask me how I developed my style, and how I create images that stand out in today’s highly competitive wedding market. Well, I am a fine art wedding photographer. My approach applies fine art photography to the living, breathing, fast-moving phenomenon that is a wedding. For me, it is all about making something beautiful. Ultimately, my goal is to craft vibrant, energetic, fine art images that are as unique as the people in the photographs. I’m humbled to say that I have been published in many magazines around the world including, Martha Stewart Weddings,Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Vogue Italia, Vogue Mexico, Vogue Bride Australia, Vogue Bride Japan, Geraldine Magazine, C Weddings, Flutter, The Knot, Instyle Weddings, Inside Weddings, BRIDES, Pacific Weddings, Cosmo Bride, PDN, American Photo, and many more around the world. Named one the the top Wedding Photographers by Martha Stewart Weddings, Harpers Bazaar, Style Me Pretty, and Vogue; one of the top 10 wedding photographers in the world by American Photo Magazine, and one of the most influential photographers of our decade by PDN.   Connect with Jose:Website | Instagram    This episode of the Planner Life Podcast is brought to you by Your Legal BFF. One important part of your wedding planning business is having professionally drafted contracts that protect you and your business while helping clients feel secure about investing in you. Going to a lawyer can be intimidating and expensive, that’s why we’re proud partners of Your Legal BFF, your go-to legal bestie. They offer customizable contract templates specifically for the wedding industry. Head to yourlegalbff.com and use the code: Plannerlife to save 15% off your choice of select templates.    Links mentioned:Jose’s Presets   Can’t wait to hear more? Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so you can be the first to know when we release a new episode! Get to know us even more by following along with us on Instagram @lindsaylongacre and @heatherhoesch. We’d love for you to visit us online on our website. Ready to uplevel your wedding planning business? We have so many resources and goodies available for you at The Planner Life Academy.

On today's podcast I speak with photographer Jose Villa. Jose was named one of the top weddings photographers by Martha Stewart Weddings, Harper's Baazar, and Vogue. Jose has traveled the world photographing weddings in Italy,Spain,India,and Bali,Indonesia to name a few. Jose has photographed the weddings of celebrities such as Justin Bieber & Hailey Baldwin as well as Nick Jonas & Priyanka Chopra to name a few. In this interview I speak to Jose about how he got into wedding photography, some of his first weddings and how he's grown his business that's allowed him to travel the world and photograph top tier weddings. I also speak to Jose about his love of film photography and why he still shoots film for his weddings. For me this was an interview I was really excited to do and have wanted to do for a long time as I have an emence amount of respect for wedding photographers and getting an opportunity to speak to Jose who's working at the top of his field was a real pleasure. I hope you enjoy and thanks for listening! www.josevilla.com @josevilla

Do you know how digital photos typically look different from pictures taken using film? Listen as Andy and Lynn discuss Jose's new preset that allows him to use digital but still get the film look plus much more. Lynn Easton of Easton Events is a wonderful planner and designer based out of Charleston and Charlottesville who works worldwide.  Jose Villa is a film photographer known for shooting wedding photos for celebrities and high profile clients. Jose was named one of the top Wedding Photographers in the world by Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Harper's Bazaar. Jose has also been recognized as one of the most influential photographers of the decade by PDN. Listen as Lynn shares what she admires about Jose and his work, and his ability to shoot Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's wedding with only a week and a half’s notice. Andy and Lynn discuss Jose's ability to shoot photos with a lot of emotion and how amazing and organized his team is. They also chat about Jose's use of social media and how he answers each email, DM, and text himself.  Jose is one of those unique individuals that go above and beyond. So much so that Lynn says when he shoots events with her, he always has images to her by the end of the night or the next morning at the latest. Andy and Lynn can't say enough great things about Jose, so hit play and enjoy!   Show Highlights: [00:56] Welcome back to the show, Lynn! [01:39] Lynn shares what she admires about Jose and his work. [03:47] Lynn speaks about Jose shooting Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's wedding with only a week and a half notice. [05:25] They chat about celebrities being more aware of publicity shots having more attention to detail. [06:54] Lynn shares that Jose shoots photos with a lot of emotion and how he walks clients through everything to get the best picture. [08:20] Lynn discusses Jose's team and how excellent and organized they are. [09:29] Lynn speaks about Jose always getting her images by the night of the event or the next morning. [11:26] They talk about Jose's use of social media and how he handles it himself. [14:21] Thank you, Lynn, for being on the show! Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz   Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment  www.KushnerEntertainment.com   Find Jose: Jose Villa Jose Villa/Part 1 on The Wedding Biz  @jose-villa Facebook @josevillaphoto Pinterest @josevilla Instagram Film Presets   This Week's Guest Co-Host, Lynn Easton, creator of Easton Destination Events Easton Events @eastonevents Twitter | Pinterest | Facebook | Instagram Lynn Easton/Part 1 on The Wedding Biz Lynn Easton/Part 2 on The Wedding Biz   Mentioned: Kiana Underwood on The Wedding Biz

Andy and Jose hopped on the line, Friday March 13th, to discuss the impact of the Coronavirus on the event industry and their businesses as a prelude to the regular interview.  Listen as Andy and Jose discuss many topics, including the celebrity weddings he photographed in 2019. There is so much to learn from Jose, regardless of whether or not you are a photographer. If you are not familiar with his work, Jose Villa is primarily a film photographer, named one of the top Wedding Photographers in the world by Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Harper’s Bazaar. Jose has also been recognized as one of the most influential photographers of the decade by PDN. Listen as Jose shares how the level of the weddings he does has changed and what he feels when shooting celebrity weddings. In 2019, Jose did the photography for Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra’s and Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s weddings, two of the most high profile weddings he last last year. Jose also speaks about the cameras and lenses he uses and the presets that are now available that makes digital photos look like film. Have you ever grabbed one camera, one lens, and just started composing images? Jose speaks about how much he likes to change things up, even after being in the business for the last eighteen years. He shares about those moments he waits a whole wedding to shoot, clients that require a lot of attention and how that pays off, and his strategy with social media. Jose is very humble and grateful for what he has achieved, and has more he wants to accomplish. Jose shoots about twenty weddings a year now and the intricacies of each event keeps him plenty busy. Listening to Jose is always a pleasure and you don't want to miss this conversation!   Show Highlights: [02:14] Welcome back to the show, Jose! [02:35] Jose shares where his business is now and how the level of weddings has changed. [03:20] Jose speaks about the anxiety he feels during celebrity wedding shoots. [05:55] Jose discusses the photos he shot for Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's wedding. [07:50] Did Nick ask for specific things he wanted for his wedding photographs?  [09:28] Jose shares his experience with Priyanka Chopra and her attention to detail. [11:02] Jose chats about the fact that Nick and Priyanka's wedding was the first time he shot a wedding digitally. [12:55] Jose discusses Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin's wedding and why the vibe was different. [15:21] He felt like he was filming a concert at the reception because of how many artists were there. [16:20] Jose speaks about seeing the world when he is photographing vertically. [17:26] Jose chats about loving the ability to run around with one lens on a 35mm camera. [18:20] What cameras and lenses are you using now? [18:53] Jose shares how he uses lighting and how soft light compliments people's faces. [20:30] Jose speaks about taking photos intuitively and making sure the subject is present in the moment. [22:42] Do you have moments when you feel like this is it, this is the photo I have to have? [24:21] Jose shares his social media strategy and what he struggles with the most. [26:37] Jose speaks about how he handles his business and the fact that he answers every email and text from clients. [28:32] He chats about a client he works with that requires a lot of his attention, and it has paid off because they have hired him to shoot every event they do all over the world. [30:40] How many weddings do you shoot a year? [31:56] Jose tells us what he does for fun when he is not working. [34:18] What is it like to be married to a photographer? Is there any competition there? [36:51] Jose discusses what he spoke about at Engage and why he temporarily stopped doing workshops. [38:52] What are you looking forward to? Are you going to be traveling a lot? [40:02] Jose shares what success means to him at this point in his life. [43:34] Jose, thank you for being on the show!   LINKS & RESOURCES Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment  www.KushnerEntertainment.com Find Jose: Jose Villa Jose Villa Part 1 on The Wedding Biz  @jose-villa Facebook @josevillaphoto Pinterest @josevilla Instagram Film Presets   Mentioned: Mindy Weiss on The Wedding Biz

Do you prefer to take photographs digitally or with film? Listen as Andy and Rachel discuss Jose Villa and why he uses film almost exclusively. Rachel is the Owner and CEO of The Lake Como Wedding Planner based in Como, Italy. She works with clients directly but also has the pleasure of morphing into the local team for many foreign agencies such as planners in the states like Lisa Vorce on Chrissy Tegan and John Legend's wedding, Colin Cowie, and many more.  Jose Villa is a celebrity photographer known for crafting vibrant, fine art images that are as unique as the people in the photographs. Jose has been published in many magazines around the world and was listed in the Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World by the American Photo Magazine. This interview from two years ago is being re-released to get you ready for Part 2 coming out in a few weeks. Rachel has worked with Jose many times and shares how focused he is on-site, his underlying intuition and empathy when shooting weddings. They chat about how important it is to connect with the client, whether you are the photographer, the planner, the entertainment, or any other creative partner in the industry. The more you feel connected and know the client, the more you want to do a better job because you have a personal bond with them. Listen, as Andy and Rachel discuss how guests taking pictures with their phones can get in the way during the ceremony and why they should just sit back and let the professional photographers do their jobs. Plug into this episode and keep a lookout for Part 2 in the next few weeks.   Show Highlights: [00:45] Welcome to the show again, Rachel! [01:54] Rachel shares that she has worked with Jose many times. [02:46] Rachel speaks about the fact that Jose uses mostly film and how it has a beautiful look that has become very popular. [04:36] They talk about how the focus has to be so in-depth when shooting with film. [05:49] Rachel shares that having seen Jose work, she understands how focused he is when he is on-site, and has an underlying sense of intuition and empathy. [08:33] Andy shares about a destination wedding he just did and how connected he felt to the client. [09:46] Rachel chats about how important it is with clients, it creates another level of trust. [14:03] Rachel shares that it makes a special moment if you put your phone away and enjoy the moment. [14:54] Thank you, everyone, for listening.  Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz   Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by PartySlate - the first website designed specifically for event professionals and venues!   Find Jose: Jose Villa  Jose’s Book: Fine Art Wedding Photography @jose-villa Facebook @josevillaphoto Pinterest @josevilla Instagram   This Week's Guest Co-Host, Rachel Birthistle Rachel Birthistle Rachel@lakecomoweddings Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest   Links The Lake Como Wedding Planner  

REVISIT: Jose Villa is a fine art wedding photographer known for crafting vibrant, fine art images that are as unique as the people in the photographs. Jose has been published in many magazines around the world, including Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Elegant Bride, Instyle Weddings, Inside Weddings, Brides Magazine, Modern Bride, Weddings, Brides, Pacific Weddings, Southern Weddings and many more. Jose has been named a top wedding photographer in Martha Stewart Weddings, Harper’s Bazaar, Style Me Pretty, and Vogue, and was recently listed in the Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World by American Photo Magazine. Jose was born in Mexico but grew up in Solvang, California. He attended Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California and is the author of Fine Art Wedding Photography. Show Highlights: Jose opens up about his parents’ initial reaction to him wanting to be a photographer. What motivated Jose initially to take photography classes in high school. The one person who helped boost Jose’s confidence as a young photographer. How did Jose get his first gig as a wedding photographer? Jose defines what fine art photography is when it comes to weddings. Why does Jose continue to shoot in film, even after the rise of digital photography? The things Jose worries about when waiting for developed film to come back. Jose shares the reason candid photos mean so much at a wedding, especially to friends and family. Jose believes that a photographer’s presence at a wedding impacts the event as a whole as well as the bride and groom’s wedding day experience. What do you do if guests pull out cameras or cell phones during the ceremony? Jose shares his to-to gear for shooting weddings in film.   LINKS & RESOURCES Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz   Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by PartySlate - the first website designed specifically for event professionals and venues!   Find Jose: Jose Villa  Jose’s Book: Fine Art Wedding Photography @jose-villa Facebook @josevillaphoto Pinterest @josevilla Instagram The Man Who Listens To Horses by Monty Roberts

Flowers and Photography go hand in hand especially with a wedding. Jose Villa is our guest this week and he shares so much insight into working with the photographers and learning how to make sure your flowers look their very best. Jose is considered one of the top wedding photographers in the world by Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Harpers Bazaar. Jose's approach applies fine are photography to the living, breathing, fast moving phenomenon that is a wedding. Scott and Jose chat about his presets, the advantages of using film and digital images, and being prepared so you don't miss the perfect image. Be sure you subscribe to our podcast on your app of choice. You can learn more about Jose Villa at The Flower Podcast. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors! Inspired + Aligned by Julie Tobi FlowerSchool NY/ LA Accent Decor Be sure to subscribe to our social media on Facebook and Instagram.

This is a really good episode where we talk about the stresses of shooting at a really high end level. Jose is one of the Top photographers in the wedding industry, he also shoots commercially and has set the tone for most film shooting photographers in this industry. Jose Villa - Website Jose Villa - Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thephotoreport/message

You're listening to Perspective || a podcast for wedding creatives, where we sit down, often with a special guest and talk about our many years of experience in the wedding industry. On todays episode we're talking to one half of Craig and Eva Sanders photography about what it's like working alongside your partner. We talk about the rewards and hardships faced when starting a family and still running a successful business. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a business with your partner? Then this is a must listen to episode as we'll be getting into some personal details and spilling some brutal truths that may sway you away from or even towards doing exactly that! Links Mentioned: What we're drinking: Ditta Artigianale - Mamma Mia Espresso Blend Thanks to our friend Dan Sauer for sending it all the way from Florence Jose Villa Love Lila Not on the High Street Orange Photographie Rebekah J Murray Suzanne Li Crofts and Kowalczyk Anton Corbijn PiXimperfect Youtube Channel Follow Craig and Eva Sanders: Website Instagram Facebook Pinterest Follow Us: Website Instagram Facebook Youtube cinematefilms.co.uk/podcast/ Send us a DM on Instagram or e-mail any questions to perspective@cinematefilms.co.uk If you haven't already, we'd love if you would take 1 minute to leave us a review on iTunes! Music Licensed via Artlist.io

Do you let stress get the best of you when it comes to having your photo taken? Today’s guest will help you navigate looking great in your photographs. As a fine art photographer, he is there to think for you and knows how to capture the perfect photos. Jose Villa of Jose Villa Photography finds the beauty in everyone and helps brides look and feel amazing on their wedding day. Starting out when he was only 19 years old, he found his passion for photography in high school. Graduating with a degree in photography, Jose knew all along what he wanted in life. Shooting his weddings with only film brings such beautiful images to life. Listen in and hear about his new presets he has been working on as well to help save time! Show Highlights: Background on Jose’s life and getting into his passion The process Jose uses to get familiar with the couples Why Jose only shoots film What it takes to create great photographs Communicating with the couples Jose’s secrets on how to look great in a photo How intrinsic photo shoots are Jose’s take on photoshopping Paying attention to setting up the environment for the shoot How Jose advises his brides of what photographs best How different wedding dress materials are better with different settings Advice for people who hate having their photos taken Presets Jose is working on right now that save time Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Instagram: @josevilla Jose Villa Website

Do you let stress get the best of you when it comes to having your photo taken? Today's guest will help you navigate looking great in your photographs. As a fine art photographer, he is there to think for you and knows how to capture the perfect photos.  Jose Villa of Jose Villa Photography finds the beauty in everyone and helps brides look and feel amazing on their wedding day. Starting out when he was only 19 years old, he found his passion for photography in high school. Graduating with a degree in photography, Jose knew all along what he wanted in life. Shooting his weddings with only film brings such beautiful images to life. Listen in and hear about his new presets he has been working on as well to help save time! Show Highlights: Background on Jose's life and getting into his passion The process Jose uses to get familiar with the couples Why Jose only shoots film What it takes to create great photographs Communicating with the couples Jose's secrets on how to look great in a photo How intrinsic photo shoots are Jose's take on photoshopping Paying attention to setting up the environment for the shoot How Jose advises his brides of what photographs best How different wedding dress materials are better with different settings Advice for people who hate having their photos taken Presets Jose is working on right now that save time   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Instagram: @josevilla Jose Villa Website

Sarah was the Photo Editor at The Knot for going on 5 years working in New York City with photographers like Nigel Barker, Jose Villa and KT Merry producing magazine covers, still life, and fashion stories. She has worked on branded content campaigns for Crate & Barrel, The Black Tux and Men's Warehouse and has spoken on panels for Two Bright Lights and PDN Magazine. She is now on her own using this knowledge to help photographers get published through consulting and guidance and produces editorial and commercial photoshoots for various publication and media outlets. So welcome to the podcast Sarah Kay Love!

Sarah was the Photo Editor at The Knot for going on 5 years working in New York City with photographers like Nigel Barker, Jose Villa and KT Merry producing magazine covers, still life, and fashion stories. She has worked on branded content campaigns for Crate & Barrel, The Black Tux and Men’s Warehouse and has spoken on panels for Two Bright Lights and PDN Magazine. She is now on her own using this knowledge to help photographers get published through consulting and guidance and produces editorial and commercial photoshoots for various publication and media outlets. So welcome to the podcast Sarah Kay Love!

Initially, Jose’s parents were nervous about him becoming a photographer. As recent US immigrants, they didn’t think his dreams of making money in portrait photography would come to fruition and wanted to see him take on a more traditional career path.  But Jose knew he was onto something when he started taking photos in high school, and his friends started paying him for senior portrait sessions. He loved portraits, he loved film, and he never looked back. Since then, Jose has been shooting film professionally for all of his clients. He’s been photographing weddings for about 16 years and finds them to be completely immersive, personal, and life-changing for everyone involved.  In this episode, Jose sits down to share his perspective and tips on what it’s like to be a professional wedding photographer who has an eye for fine art, and how his niche in film photography plays out in the digital age. About Jose Jose Villa is a fine art wedding photographer known for crafting vibrant, energetic, fine art images that are as unique as the people in the photographs. Jose has been published in many magazines around the world, including Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Elegant Bride, Instyle Weddings, Inside Weddings, Brides Magazine, Modern Bride, Martha Stewart Weddings, Brides, Pacific Weddings, Southern Weddings, and many more.  He has been named a top wedding photographer in Martha Stewart Weddings, Harper’s Bazaar, Style Me Pretty, and Vogue, and was recently listed in the Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World by American Photo Magazine. Jose is the author of Fine Art Wedding Photography. Jose was born in Mexico and grew up in Solvang, California.  He attended Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, CA.   Show Highlights: Jose open up about his parents’ initial reaction to him wanting to be a photographer What motivated Jose originally to take photography classes in high school The one person who helped boost Jose’s confidence as a young photographer How Jose got his first gig as a wedding photographer Jose defines what fine art photography is when it comes to weddings Why Jose continues to shoot in film even after the rise of digital photography The things Jose worries about when waiting for developed film to come back Why candid photos mean so much especially to friends and family The way a photographer’s presence at a wedding impacts the event as a whole as well as the bride and groom’s wedding day experience. What to do if guests pull out cameras or cell phones during the ceremony Jose shares his go-to gear for shooting weddings in film   Links Mentioned in the Show: Jose Villa - Fine Art Wedding Photography Jose Villa on Instagram - @josevilla Jose’s book - Fine Art Wedding Photography The Man Who Listens To Horses by Monty Roberts

Jose Villa is an awarded and experienced film photographer. He has photographed for a surplus of high profile clients and been published in every magazine from Vogue to Harper's Bazaar. In this interview, Jose discusses how he has grown his business and the strategies he takes to create a memorable and impactful client experience. He talks about developing your creative voice and shares a few fun stories/lessons he's learned along the way!

Jose Villa is an awarded and experienced film photographer. He has photographed for a surplus of high profile clients and been published in every magazine from Vogue to Harper's Bazaar. In this interview, Jose discusses how he has grown his business and the strategies he takes to create a memorable and impactful client experience. He talks about developing your creative voice and shares a few fun stories/lessons he's learned along the way!

Jose Villa is one of, or if not THEE, most known and sought after wedding photographer in the industry. Jose talks about his journey getting there and lessons he's learned along the way.   Elan Cohen: Let's start Jose. Take us take us all on your journey. How did your career start?   Jose Villa: Yeah, well I see some familiar faces so I'm sure you guys are going to probably like, I heard this before. I've been photographing weddings for about fifteen years or so, I'm formally trained, I went to Brooks Institute of photography. I grew up in Central, I guess coastal California and I grew up on a ranch and this is actually kind of fun being here because, like you know, it actually does feel like we're a little bit outside for a second. I love the outdoors. I normally or usually in most cases photographed outdoor weddings, vineyard weddings, private homes that kind of stuff. That's just where I'm most comfortable, that is where I grew up. So I, you know I want to, I just, I want to shoot in places that make me feel good. I'm not going to place myself in situations that I don't feel good in so I make it easy for myself and that's how I've been able to build my brand, is to just be you know photographing in areas that feel good to me, that I know I have full control in. Doesn't mean I don't photograph ballroom weddings, of course I do. But yeah I know for sure I mean I think, so that's a little bit about my background. I photograph roughly about thirty, thirty-five weddings a year. I used to shoot sixty weddings a year. I first started shooting weddings back when I think the average wedding photographer was maybe charging eighteen hundred dollars in my area. The first wedding I ever shot was four hundred dollars and I've always shot film, so I actually paid for the wedding, I paid for them. You know I see some nods over here, I know, but you know, you got to start somewhere and the beautiful thing today that we live in, you know of course this social media world and you need to take that to, you know, take that and run with it because honestly like for me Instagram is my portfolio. Would you guys raise your hand if you think that's true. Yeah everybody should be.   Elan Cohen: Remember how weird it was when you told us that you had just booked your first wedding from Instagram how like everybody was like whoa?   Jose Villa: I know that was like probably two and a half years ago maybe now. But about a year and a half ago a client called me and she said I had already booked her wedding and she said hey I'm really interested in hiring a floral designer, one of the best in California or anywhere, who do you recommend? And so she said don't send me their websites, send me their Instagram and I thought wow, like people aren't even going to people's vendors websites anymore. I mean maybe they are some are of course, but mostly they want to see Instagram and we all know that. I mean I see a lot of really young faces here and I think it's sort of for us, the younger well not, I'm getting older now but a lot of younger people here, you're using that platform and you should be. And what I always say to you is only show what you want in return. Do not show images that you don't absolutely love because if you do show those images you're going to get that in return. It's just going to happen. I'll tell you a really quick story, I have tons of stories but one of the funniest stories I think for me starting out was going through photography school we were trained to photograph everything from literally cars to buildings to children to, and you photograph everything. And the reason you do is because that's how you're going to fall in love with whatever it is that you're going to do for your career. And I remember at the time I used to go to [Sainta Barbara], I used to go to this really great Mexican restaurant and they had the best shrimp burritos. They put like you know zucchini in there and like mushrooms and like sour cream was amazing. So I rem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thephotoreport/message

Industry legend Jose Villa and his conversation with podcast host, Jenny Hammar. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jose Villa is often referred to as one of the 'rockstars' of wedding photography. It's not a title that sits comfortably with him though. He sees himself as a fairly normal guy who wants to create beautiful images. But there is no getting away from the fact that his images are adored by so many people around the world, and his style has become one of the most replicated. So how does he feel about all this attention and the pressure that comes with it? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Phototypes is a podcast about photographers inspired by some of the world's top photographers such as David LaChapelle, Jonas Peterson and Jose Villa. In this introduction episode host Matt Bowen guides you through what you can expect each Monday from the PhotoTypes Podcast. Each episode is based around the same set of questions: Where are you now, physically? How did you get to the moment you are in? Who or what inspires your work? Who’s your biggest influence? What excites you? What scares you? What’s your favourite swear word? If you could be anything else for a day what would you be? Who, living or dead, would you love to photograph? Your one sentence of advice to... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to the Musea Podcast! This is episode #17 featuring world-renowned wedding photographer, Jose Villa! Jose has been published in magazines such as Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Martha Stewart Weddings, PDN and Elegant Bride. He's also been published on numerous blogs and travels the world photographing high-end weddings!