In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am joined by my good friend Afrik Armando. Afrik is a wedding photographer whose work has been featured in Vogue, Forbes, Martha Stewart Weddings, The New York Times, and Elle. This episode will be the sigh of relief you didn’t know you needed. We will discuss how to make wise decisions when joining high-ticket coaching programs, masterminds, destination-styled workshops, and even online courses. We need to do so many things first with the f...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Emma Veness (@emmaveness.photography), an Empowerment Photographer Based in Melbourne, Australia. She’s covering an incredible topic we all need to intergrade into our business: Intention VS expectation. She will teach how expectation can restrict us, and intention allows for a more flexible, aligned, creative photoshoot experience. Emma's Photo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmaveness.photogr...
Jul 05, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, we’re joined by Jules Miranda (@julesandfilm), who is a self-taught, Puerto Rican photographer based in NYC who primarily shoots on 35mm film. Jules has studied dance, music, and theatre throughout her lifetime, which has given her a unique perspective on the art of storytelling and a deep appreciation for performing and visual arts. In this episode, we are going to be covering how to make your clients feel more comfortable, how to use ...
Jun 29, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Yalom, the OG of premium personal brand photoshoots. She is going to teach on so many things, from how to offer high-ticket photoshoot packages, improve your customer service, and easy ways to INSTANTLY upgrade your CURRENT photoshoots so you can level up your next booking. In Wendy's 20-year career as a photographer, she’s traveled the world, building a successful career creating full-service Personal Brand Photos...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am joined by Quianna Marie, photographer, and dream chaser. Quianna is obsessed with helping you SHINE online! With over 15 years of experience photographing weddings, family portraits, high school seniors, boudoir, and events, she's done it all! Today she still has her camera in her hands, photographing content and headshots for entrepreneurs and creatives with a heart for sharing a ton of education for photographers and every season of the...
Jun 07, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by photography educator Eden Strader (@edenstrader). Today we are going to be talking about BRANDING: and we’re going deeper than visual aesthetics of fonts and color pallets. Eden is going to share how to overcome a saturated market with your branding, how to break business rules, and how a twitter fight calling her OUT on her editing style changed the path of her artistic career. Eden Strader is a destination w...
Jun 03, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am joined by Kailey Jacomet of Contractista, where I recommend all photographers to get their photography contract templates! In this episode, Kailey will walk us through two sticky situations: How to handle clients who want their non-refundable retainer/deposit back AND what to do when a client is dissatisfied with your work. Contractista: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-contract-template (FREEBIE) 5 Things To Include In Your Pho...
May 15, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Yalom, the OG of premium personal brand photoshoots. She will share with us what a premium Personal Brand Photoshoot is and how to design, sell, and fulfill one. Spoiler alert: if you’re looking to phase out of wedding photography but still need to book high-ticket packages, this might be what you need to hear. In her 20-year career as a photographer, she’s traveled the world, building a successful career creating ...
May 09, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I am joined by Amandarose of AGS Photo Art. Amandarose started photographing surprise proposals after she noticed a gap in the industry where people wanted to have this magical moment in their lives photographed. Still, very few photographers were willing to take it on. She helps her clients craft a stress-free, seamless proposal with the option to tailor their vision with her and even a planner. Photographing proposals has opened the d...
May 03, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode of the Build and Bloom podcast, I’m joined by guest Kelsey of Honeybee Weddings. Kelsey has a six-figure destination elopement photography business with an associate team. She will walk us through how to build a team of associate photographers. Have you heard the term “associate photographer” before? It’s common in the wedding industry and means you can expand your business and brand by taking in super-talented photographers to work under your business. They shoot weddings for yo...
Apr 19, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am bringing my Meta ad expert Daria! Meta is the umbrella which Facebook and Instagram live under. Daria will cover the basics of Meta ads. Daria will discuss when to know when you are ready to start running ads, the latest trends in Facebook and Instagram ads, and how to get started with ads. To view the complete show notes from this episode, visit this link: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/how-to-use-meta-ads-in-your-photography-busi...
Apr 16, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I’m joined by my friend Cyntia Apps. She will share how she photographed and published the cookbook Joï: Baking and Photographing Northern European Pastry. Cyntia is a branding & food photographer based out of Silicon Valley, California. With over 10 years of experience, Cyntia’s passion for connection & storytelling brings a fresh outlook to the branding industry, one that goes beyond the pictures and tells the story of the peo...
Apr 11, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 4
So, you booked the wedding. You’ve paid your taxes and covered expenses. What should you do with your money after you’ve made it? Do you find yourself “investing” in your business but seeing no return? In this episode, I sit with Amanda Holden , an award-winning money writer, speaker, and educator. Amanda will be teaching simple ways to organize your money and more importantly, ensure that it's working for you. You work hard, and so should your money! Amanda’s work has been featured in publicati...
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this Build and Bloom Photography Podcast episode, I sit with a friend and fellow photography educator, Marina Willaims. With over 1 million followers across her photography social media. Marina will walk us through the planning process of her elaborate styled shoot workshop, Colorpop. To view the complete show notes from this episode as well as a written transcription, visit this link: www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/marina-williams-colorpop-planning Where to find Marina: Sign up for the Colorpop...
Mar 31, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this Build and Bloom Photography Podcast episode, Jessica Whitaker is joined by guest Lucy Munoz . Lucy will walk you through seven steps to break into destination weddings, even if you don't have any spectacular travel plans this year. To view the complete show notes from this episode as well as a written transcription, visit this link: www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/how-to-book-destination-weddings-with-luzy-munoz Lucy Munoz is a sought-after destination wedding photographer photographing cele...
Mar 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Move your followers from Instagram to YouTube. Or YouTube to your email list. Or YouTube to Instagram. In this episode of the Monday Motivation mini-series I will be teaching you how to funnel a viewer across platforms. We will cover how to flip the script on your "call to action" to make it all about THEM, not YOU. You'll also learn how to get people to *actually* subscribe to your content. ShowIt Photography Website Templates that are contemporary and easy to set up. https://thewebsiteworkroom...
Nov 16, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 23
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Nov 09, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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Sep 28, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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Sep 21, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Liking coffee & the enneagram test isn't going to get you a photography client. What makes you truly unique is going to connect you with potential clients. Having a website that's properly set up will convert them into paying clients. Amanda Burg is my web designer, web developer, and website copywriter. She's no-fluff and 0 cringe and creates websites that make you stand out. Amanda has recently re-branded into The Website Workroom, your one stop for custom website design. She has recently ...
Sep 06, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 20
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Aug 24, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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Aug 11, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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Aug 03, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 16
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Jul 27, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 15
To get the perfect photography website we have to do an honest audit of our portfolio. Is it fully optimized to truly bring in your dream clients? I am sharing 3 website mistakes that you might be making and how to fix them. They are very simple fixes that will make a huge difference. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/ https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/...
Jul 23, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Andrea immigrated with her family when she was 10 years old from Mexico to the United States and shares how she was able to get her entire college tuition covered in scholarships. If you are contemplating going to college, staying in college, or going back to college this episode is the tough love you might need. We had the important conversation about college education in the creative space. I encourage you to listen to this episode with an open mind (especially if you are contemplating droppin...
Jul 10, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Nesrin Danan is a photographer based out of Portland, Oregon who specializes in concert, tour, portrait photography. She works for corporations like YouTube and Facebook on an ongoing basis (honestly, the list goes on and on!) Today Nesrin is going to walk us through how she grew her skillset and career in working with musicians on the road. Nesrin shares practical tips you can apply to your photography business when it comes to networking (yes, even if you’re shy and introverted) no matter wher...
Jun 16, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Marina Barham is a 22 year old film maker based out of Brooklyn who is currently in the pre-production stages of creating her short film, “Breakfast at the Bodgea.” We also discuss the importance of representation of women in the film industry and middle eastern roles better portrayed. Marina also explains the process of creating a movie. From writing and what software she uses to save the script, to finding actors, raising money, location permits, to building and managing a team. She will not o...
Jun 10, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Katy Bellotte is a New York City creative, content creator, graphic designer, youtuber, influencer and all-around ARTIST. She recently made the jump from her 9-5 corporate job to freelancing full-time. In this episode of the Build and Bloom podcast Katy shares her story and gives wise, practical action steps for anyone looking to go full-time freelance or start a side project. I really appreciate her thoughtful perspective on this topic and can't wait for you to learn from her! Follow Katy: http...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Tori Dunlap is a millennial money and career expert whose work has been featured in Forbs, Good Morning America, The New York Times, the Today Show, Business Insider, and so many more. You might recognize her from going viral after accomplishing the huge goal of saving 100,000 dollars at 25 years old. Tori’s website reads “We won’t have true equality until we have financial equality” and provides financial education for women. In this episode Tori is going to walk us thru the art of negotiation,...
May 24, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 9
