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Today I'm so excited because I'm chatting with my friend Catherine Guidry about money mistakes photographers are making. She shares the top areas where photographers are not spending their money wisely, shares her favorite resources to get on track as well as advises how we can tackle this all on our own. A little bit about Catherine is a wedding photographer, podcaster, and educator based in New Orleans. She is passionate about helping other photographers and creative entrepreneurs embrace imperfection and pursue their passions through the podcast "Mistakes Make Magic," her membership community the Wedding Photography Society, and a variety of online wedding photography courses.Visit Website: http://catherineguidry.com/Instagram: http://instagram.com/catherineguidryhttps://catherineguidry.com/education Love the podcast? Please leave a 5 ⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts.Want to learn how to curate and submit weddings on your own? Join our Monthly Membership Submission Support. Our Investment Guide Template for Wedding Photographers is available in our online shop.Need help submitting your wedding to publications? We offer 1:1 and Done for You Wedding Curations + Submission Services - click here to book your spot today!Get our Wedding Submissions E-Mail Templates to help make your next online or print submission easier!Stay Connected:Follow @teawithjaine & @jainekershner on InstagramWe are looking for Sponsors just like you! Visit Our Website to Apply: www.teawithjaine.com
Want to know a simple way to overcome low reception lighting? Purchase a speed light with a bounce card. It doesn't have to be the best! I love my speed light because it twists all the way around if I ever do want to put it on my camera and bounce the light off of something. The reason for that is when you're bouncing light, it's going to soften the light and spread it out, and give it a more natural appearance.
As photographers, we run our OWN businesses... and the most important part of a business is its clients! Without our clients, our businesses wouldn't exist - and the best way to attract more inquiries is to show living proof of previous quality experiences. In today's episode of Mistakes Make Magic, I'll be talking you through HOW to get those quality experiences that will expedite your client onboarding efforts and aid in gaining the trust of future potential purchasers! I'll be going over some things like: ⭐ Why it's so important to hone in on your craft ⭐ How to maintain excellent correspondence ⭐ How to set clear expectations for your clients ⭐ Why and how to connect with your clients on a personal level ⭐ How to handle situations when something goes wrong Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe!
If you don't already know, I LOVE to photograph weddings! Weddings are my focus as a photographer, and I have geared my business towards attracting and sustaining long-term relationships with clients who are looking for just that - a wedding photographer. Well, it wasn't always that way. When I was just beginning my photography career, I was attracting all kinds of clients for all kinds of sessions - graduation photos, family sessions, couples' portraits, you name it! Since then, I've determined a strategy to really focus in on and entice those brides and grooms-to-be that I wanted! In this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, I'll be going over many important steps in this process, including:
Are you unsure of what to wear to shoot your first wedding? Are you interested in hearing some tips that'll elevate your shooting experience at your next event? This episode is for you! At the beginning of my wedding photography career, I made plenty of wardrobe mistakes... now, 10+ years later, I've collected a set of guidelines, preferences, and brands that ensure a seamless (haha) wardrobe experience - that way I can focus on the photography! In this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, I'll be taking you through my wardrobe decision-making process. We'll be covering things like:
If you're anything like me, your favorite part about your business is doing the thing that you love - photography! However, as we all know, running a business involves more than just the favored parts... Over the years, I've tried out many different programs, websites, and softwares to help me with the back-end tasks of running my business , that way I can spend more of my time on that photography portion of the job that I love so much! In this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, I'll be sharing some of those findings with you (as well as some discounts and codes to help you out)! I'll be going through some of my FAVORITE tools and resources including:
Which Nikon lens should I buy? Which lens will benefit my wedding photography the most? What piece of equipment will give me the most bang for my buck? If you've recently asked yourself any of these questions, then this episode of Mistakes Make Magic is for you! The only thing harder than coming to a general purchasing decision after swimming through all of the options on the market is narrowing down that final list and deciding which lens is THE lens. In this episode, I'll be walking you through why I love my Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S and f/1.2 S lenses and some of the pros and cons I've found through my firsthand experiences with both. We'll be talking:
Choosing the right camera can be such a daunting task, especially when there's such a large price tag attached! Recently, I decided to switch from my Nikon D3S to the newer Nikon Z6II for my wedding photography. Though both cameras definitely have their pros and cons, the pros of the Z6II really took the cake for me! In this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, I'll be going through those pros and cons and go into detail with some of my likes/dislikes of each. SO, whether you're looking to purchase your first camera or upgrade your fifth, I hope to provide you with a closer look into some important features and aspects to look for. In this episode, I'll be talking about some of my personal preferences when it comes to features and qualities, like: - Lens compatibility and quality; what gets you the most bang for your buck? - Size, weight, and portability - which is SO important when shooting 8,10, even 12 hours in one day! - Extra bells and whistles (like Bluetooth capabilities and electronic viewfinders) and if they're really worth it. Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!
Finding the right camera is hard enough... but what about finding the perfect lens? There's an endless catalog of photography gear out there and information overload is definitely real!! Trust me, I've been through it! BUT the great thing about that is, since I went through it you don't have to! I've been experimenting with gear for over 10 years and have learned through trial and error what works for the wedding photography business and what doesn't. So, if you're in the market for new gear or need a starting point for what features to look for in a lens, this episode of Mistakes Make Magic is for you! I'll be taking you through all of the reasons I use the Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 (and a few cons as well) and why I can't imagine shooting without it. I'll be talking through my opinions of important features like: focus speed: this camera is QUICK! performance in low light: I rarely even use a flash anymore price point: it's an investment... but a worthwhile one Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!
Today we're talking to Catherine Guidry of Catherine Guidry photography and the host of the podcast Mistakes Make Magic. On today's episode, you'll learn all about leaning into fear and just going for it and not being worried about making mistakes. And if you do, how you can make magic out of them. Catherine's website Catherine's Instagram Mistakes Make Magic Podcast Catherine's announcement for you: Your listeners can go to theposingplan.com and get more information about my new course! DARE TO DEVELOP INSTAGRAM DARE TO DEVELOP SHOW NOTES DARE TO DEVELOP FB COMMUNITY ASHLEY'S INSTAGRAM ASHLEY'S WEBSITE KRISTINE'S INSTAGRAM KRISTINE'S WEBSITE
It’s our honour this week to have Catherine Guidry, host of Mistakes Make Magic and amazing wedding photographer, with us!As you can imagine from seeing her work, she has been featured in many major wedding blogs. What’s wonderful is she’s talking with us today about that difficult mystery of connecting with your wedding couples when shooting their portraits - some amazing thoughts to listen for!Building on her in-depth wedding experience - Catherine has photographed 400 weddings - she hosts an amazing podcast called Mistakes Make Magic. On it she explores how to embrace imperfection and allowing you to pursue your passions as a creative and we take that a step further in this episode of Love Light and talk about some very real mistakes made at weddingsI’m excited for us all to learn from her experience and ideas today!
Cat Guidry is the host of the podcast Mistakes Make Magic, she's a educator and coach for small businesses, a professional photographer and an all around fun person. Cat and Braedon talk through mindset, getting things done, how to actually accomplish the bigger goals or projects you're working on and different ideas about what being content looks like. Big thanks to Redtree Albums for supporting the podcast. We highly recommend you check them out as a great option to get your albums made. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thephotoreport/message
On this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, we're featuring Holdfast's visionary Matthew Swaggart. Timing is everything in life. For Matthew, his timing couldn't have been more perfect for the invention and creation of the Holdfast product line. If you've ever seen a photographer wearing those harness-like leather straps at a session or event, Swaggart is responsible for the aesthetic and creation of this design. What started as two belts fastened together turned into a product that has revolutionized how photographers handle and carry their gear. In this episode you'll hear all about: * Why timing is important * What to do when competition creeps in * How to protect your design and your brand * Where Holdfast employs all its workers * How to trust your intuition when you see a need for a product * Realizing a vision
On this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, we're featuring Holdfast's visionary Matthew Swaggart. Timing is everything in life. For Matthew, his timing couldn't have been more perfect for the invention and creation of the Holdfast product line. If you've ever seen a photographer wearing those harness-like leather straps at a session or event, Swaggart is responsible for the aesthetic and creation of this design. What started as two belts fastened together turned into a product that has revolutionized how photographers handle and carry their gear. In this episode you'll hear all about: * Why timing is important * What to do when competition creeps in * How to protect your design and your brand * Where Holdfast employs all its workers * How to trust your intuition when you see a need for a product * Realizing a vision
If you've ever considered starting a podcast, here's how to do it! On this episode I was interviewed by Laura Murray and answered all the questions she posed regarding starting and running a podcast. We started Mistakes Make Magic over two years ago and have learned so much along the way. I'm honored and thrilled to dive into all the specifics of what gear to use when starting a podcast, how to find podcast guests, and more on this episode. If this is something you've thought about, this is an episode you definitely want to tune into!
If you've ever considered starting a podcast, here's how to do it! On this episode I was interviewed by Laura Murray and answered all the questions she posed regarding starting and running a podcast. We started Mistakes Make Magic over two years ago and have learned so much along the way. I'm honored and thrilled to dive into all the specifics of what gear to use when starting a podcast, how to find podcast guests, and more on this episode. If this is something you've thought about, this is an episode you definitely want to tune into!
KT Merry is an incredible photographer, explorer, and environmentalist. She works alongside her business partner and husband Chad, and together they seek to balance the curated with the raw, the composed with the real. They are destination photographers and have photographed some of the most impeccable and thoughtful events. She was named a top photographer by Harpar's Bazaar and Martha Stewart, one of the top 100 most inspiring people by The Knot, and a rising star by PDN Magazine. I chatted with her about another side of her business though—the philanthropic and environmentally conscious side. What you will learn in today's episode: Mistakes we are making as a society when it comes to animals and the environment The mission of KT's venture Render Loyalty and the organizations it supports How to reduce your carbon footprint as a creative entrepreneur or photographer, especially one who shoots film You may have heard KT mention the Education tab on her website; that's coming soon! But right now she is offering Mistakes Make Magic listeners a freebie!! 7 Mistakes Photographers Make... when making the leap from mainstream to luxury http://ktmerrycourses.com/7-mistakes From KT: I've seen countless photographers make these mistakes over my 20-plus years as a photographer — I've even made some of them myself. After reading this, you'll be more prepared than ever to make that leap to luxury, and to do it successfully!
KT Merry is an incredible photographer, explorer, and environmentalist. She works alongside her business partner and husband Chad, and together they seek to balance the curated with the raw, the composed with the real. They are destination photographers and have photographed some of the most impeccable and thoughtful events. She was named a top photographer by Harpar’s Bazaar and Martha Stewart, one of the top 100 most inspiring people by The Knot, and a rising star by PDN Magazine. I chatted with her about another side of her business though—the philanthropic and environmentally conscious side. What you will learn in today’s episode: Mistakes we are making as a society when it comes to animals and the environment The mission of KT’s venture Render Loyalty and the organizations it supports How to reduce your carbon footprint as a creative entrepreneur or photographer, especially one who shoots film You may have heard KT mention the Education tab on her website; that's coming soon! But right now she is offering Mistakes Make Magic listeners a freebie!! 7 Mistakes Photographers Make... when making the leap from mainstream to luxury http://ktmerrycourses.com/7-mistakes From KT: I’ve seen countless photographers make these mistakes over my 20-plus years as a photographer — I’ve even made some of them myself. After reading this, you’ll be more prepared than ever to make that leap to luxury, and to do it successfully!
Katie Norris is a Dallas-based photographer and founder of the nonprofit Fotolanthropy and Fotostrap. Katie is the producer of 2 inspiring and award-winning films, and she is currently working on her new documentary project 7 Yards. I am so excited to be sharing my conversation with Katie with all of you! What you will learn about in this episode: Manufacturing a product Choosing inspiring true stories to bring to life as a filmmaker The challenges of running a giving-based brand How to accomplish big projects like creating a film from funding, travel, filming, etc. Combining business and philanthropy If you enjoy the content that we are putting out here at Mistakes Make Magic, please take just a few minutes to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review!
Katie Norris is a Dallas-based photographer and founder of the nonprofit Fotolanthropy and Fotostrap. Katie is the producer of 2 inspiring and award-winning films, and she is currently working on her new documentary project 7 Yards. I am so excited to be sharing my conversation with Katie with all of you! What you will learn about in this episode: Manufacturing a product Choosing inspiring true stories to bring to life as a filmmaker The challenges of running a giving-based brand How to accomplish big projects like creating a film from funding, travel, filming, etc. Combining business and philanthropy If you enjoy the content that we are putting out here at Mistakes Make Magic, please take just a few minutes to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review!
Amanda Nistor currently lives in New Jersey with her husband and two children, Luna and Oliver. She started Ruffled in 2008 while planning her own wedding as a creative outlet and has since worked for many brands creating content such as Fiskars, Hershey's, Macys, and Nordstrom and has gained recognition from publications such as Brides, Harper's Bazaar Australia, and The New York Times. What You Will Learn on This Episode: Creating and curating content to begin a blog and business Managing a team and a family How to get your submissions published - film vs. digital and styled shoots vs. real weddings About Amanda's Styled Social events If you enjoy the content that we are putting out here at Mistakes Make Magic, please take just a few minutes to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review! We appreciate and value you!!
Amanda Nistor currently lives in New Jersey with her husband and two children, Luna and Oliver. She started Ruffled in 2008 while planning her own wedding as a creative outlet and has since worked for many brands creating content such as Fiskars, Hershey’s, Macys, and Nordstrom and has gained recognition from publications such as Brides, Harper's Bazaar Australia, and The New York Times. What You Will Learn on This Episode: Creating and curating content to begin a blog and business Managing a team and a family How to get your submissions published - film vs. digital and styled shoots vs. real weddings About Amanda’s Styled Social events If you enjoy the content that we are putting out here at Mistakes Make Magic, please take just a few minutes to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review! We appreciate and value you!!
Shannah Compton Game, CFP®, MBA is the leading expert for millennials on money. She is host of the popular podcast, Millennial Money, where over 500,000 listeners a month from around the world join her to tackle their finances. Shannah combines her love of finance with her creative talents to produce original content for millennials. What You Will Learn on This Episode: Common financial mistakes How to save for retirement as an entrepreneur Tips to save more money Financial mistakes to avoid when beginning your business or career Enjoying the podcast? Don't forget to subscribe to and review Mistakes Make Magic.
Shannah Compton Game, CFP®, MBA is the leading expert for millennials on money. She is host of the popular podcast, Millennial Money, where over 500,000 listeners a month from around the world join her to tackle their finances. Shannah combines her love of finance with her creative talents to produce original content for millennials. What You Will Learn on This Episode: Common financial mistakes How to save for retirement as an entrepreneur Tips to save more money Financial mistakes to avoid when beginning your business or career Enjoying the podcast? Don't forget to subscribe to and review Mistakes Make Magic.
Kilee is the owner of Six One, a boutique public relations and brand strategy agency who believes in original ideas and international success. What You Will Learn on This Episode: The Behind the Scenes Role of Promoting Brands Should you have an agent for your brand and why? How do you know when it's time to hire an agent? What are some of the ways an agent promotes a brand If you are enjoying the podcast, please be sure to subscribe to and review Mistakes Make Magic.
Kilee is the owner of Six One, a boutique public relations and brand strategy agency who believes in original ideas and international success. What You Will Learn on This Episode: The Behind the Scenes Role of Promoting Brands Should you have an agent for your brand and why? How do you know when it's time to hire an agent? What are some of the ways an agent promotes a brand If you are enjoying the podcast, please be sure to subscribe to and review Mistakes Make Magic.
I cannot say enough about Ale's episode on Mistakes Make Magic. I originally came across Ale on Instagram after she created a beautiful artist film for my sweet friend Kayla Barker! Her work stands out to me as a result of its ethereal and emotional aesthetic. It's so raw, elegant and allows you to feel something. In this episode you will learn : How to define yourself as an artist. What inspires Ale and what it means to truly BE inspired! How to create emotional, ethereal videos and content as an artist How to set boundaries in business, with work and personal life Why it is SO important to always be yourself!
I cannot say enough about Ale's episode on Mistakes Make Magic. I originally came across Ale on Instagram after she created a beautiful artist film for my sweet friend Kayla Barker! Her work stands out to me as a result of its ethereal and emotional aesthetic. It's so raw, elegant and allows you to feel something. In this episode you will learn : How to define yourself as an artist. What inspires Ale and what it means to truly BE inspired! How to create emotional, ethereal videos and content as an artist How to set boundaries in business, with work and personal life Why it is SO important to always be yourself!
Today’s episode is a bit different: In this episode I am being interviewed by Catherine Guidry, the host of the Mistakes Make Magic podcast for an episode of Mistakes Make Magic. Cat was kind enough to let me also air this episode here. Today we’re chatting all about podcasting. If starting a podcast is one of your goals for 2019 or if you’re just interested in a little behind the scenes of the Brands that Book podcast, you’ll want to stay tuned! Afterwards be sure to check out Mistakes Make Magic. Catherine’s podcast provides business advice and lessons learned from failure, and she’s had some pretty awesome guests on her show. Show notes can be found at http://catherineguidry.com/blog/051-davey-jones/.
It's absolutely crazy to think that we have made it through 50 episodes of Mistakes Make Magic. Since, we began the podcast concept, recordings, interviews and vision has grown and evolved! It has challenged me in ways that I didn't expect, become a tool for helping others, and even served as a means for personal growth. I couldn't be more thankful for the guests that have taken time out of their busy lives to share with all of us their knowledge, experience and lessons...and I am thankful for you!
It’s absolutely crazy to think that we have made it through 50 episodes of Mistakes Make Magic. Since, we began the podcast concept, recordings, interviews and vision has grown and evolved! It has challenged me in ways that I didn’t expect, become a tool for helping others, and even served as a means for personal growth. I couldn’t be more thankful for the guests that have taken time out of their busy lives to share with all of us their knowledge, experience and lessons...and I am thankful for you!
In this week's episode we're chatting with Catherine Guidry! Catherine is a full-time hybrid photographer known for her natural and airy imagery. She has been photographing weddings nationwide for the past ten years and over the past three, leading other photographers and entrepreneurs on their journey to building successful, debt free businesses. In today's conversation we chat with Catherine about how she got started in photography, how she transitioned into shooting film, and everything you'd ever need to know about getting started shooting film photography! If you've ever wondered about certain aspects of film photography, I probably asked them in this episode! In addition to being an amazing photographer, Catherine recently launched the podcast Mistakes Make Magic where she interviews successful creatives while discussing business tips and lessons overcome. But her greatest passion is in documenting life's most cherished moments. Make sure to go listen & subscribe (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mistakes-make-magic/id1294161071?mt=2)! *Find Catherine Online: *Website (http://www.catherineguidry.com) Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/catherineguidry) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/catherineguidrypage) Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mistakes-make-magic/id1294161071?mt=2)
No matter where you are in your creative journey, whether you are 10 years in or just starting out, I hope todays podcast can help you speak more freely and with more confidence about your pricing. Thank you for tuning in! We love and appreciate each of you for tuning into this episode of Mistakes Make Magic! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! Also, we would appreciate your review for Mistakes Make Magic!! Ratings are reviews help us to continue bringing you good content!!
No matter where you are in your creative journey, whether you are 10 years in or just starting out, I hope todays podcast can help you speak more freely and with more confidence about your pricing. Thank you for tuning in! We love and appreciate each of you for tuning into this episode of Mistakes Make Magic! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! Also, we would appreciate your review for Mistakes Make Magic!! Ratings are reviews help us to continue bringing you good content!!
Making mistakes is never fun. But since this podcast revolves around the idea of learning from the mistakes you DO make, this episode is all about what to do when you mess up! Everything from when and how to speak with your client, what to say and how to fix it. It's all in this episode of Mistakes Make Magic!
This episode gives you a quick peek into the podcast "Mistakes Make Magic" about embracing imperfection and pursuing your passion. It is a culmination of what is to come, which we know you'll love!
Making mistakes is never fun. But since this podcast revolves around the idea of learning from the mistakes you DO make, this episode is all about what to do when you mess up! Everything from when and how to speak with your client, what to say and how to fix it. It's all in this episode of Mistakes Make Magic!
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