Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with Chicago-based portrait photographer Andrew Michaels about building his business during these challenging times. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Andrew got started in his photography career Putting his dream on hold due to the pandemic The importance of special projects and giving back to the community His guest post about his special project "Familiar Faces...
Aug 26, 2021•42 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with landscape and portrait photographer Kevin Gilligan about gaining momentum for your photography business. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Kevin got started in his photography career How he balances careers with his day job How to be purposeful and efficient as you build your business Why you shouldn't be afraid to fail The role and importance of education Th...
Jul 22, 2021•37 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with commercial advertising photographer Aaron Van! He is a food, beverage, liquid and product specialist, and shares wonderful tips for those who want to break into the industry and hone their skills. Check out Platypod.com , the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: Aaron's journey...
Jul 15, 2021•42 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with PPA CEO David Trust about staying proactive and positive with your photography business. Get ready to be inspired! How David entered the photography industry Leadership opportunities out there right now The importance of relationship building The biggest challenges artists are facing right now The importance of having the right mindset for your business despite the r...
Jun 24, 2021•43 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with the dynamic duo, Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis! We discuss: Their background and how they got started in the photography industry How they survived the pandemic The importance of continuing education What photographers need to do to get their business back on track The challenges of working with a spouse...
Jun 17, 2021•40 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with fine art portrait photographers Tim and Beverly Walden. We discuss: How they each got started in the photography industry The things photographers need to be doing the most right now. Getting out of analysis paralysis What kept them going through the pandemic Their mentoring programs How they sell t...
May 20, 2021•50 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Will Cadena as he shares why we should care about photography clients. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Will got started in the photography industry How his work as an assistant helped his career later on The importance of continuing education How he survived the pandemic and kept in touch with his clients Important lessons learned on his journe...
May 13, 2021•40 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Kristen Jensen as she discusses the process and impact of growing your business brand! Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Kristen got her start in the industry The importance of and how to define branding Maintaining your brand through the pandemic Challenges faced over the last year The benefits of a well-done personal marketing video for your ab...
Apr 08, 2021•36 min
This week we sit down with photographer Joel Grimes. We learn about getting your career started, dealing with rejection, and the need to reinvent yourself. He also shares his unique approach to lighting and composition. -------------------------- Joel is a commercial advertising photographer whose style of capturing portraits has earned him the attention from many of the finest advertising agencies and art buyers. He strongly believes in creating images that go beyond the normal commercial appli...
Apr 01, 2021•50 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with photographer and host Frederick van Johnson! Check out Platypod.com the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: How Frederick got his unique start in photography The concept of "fireproofing" your photography business The role of mental and physical health in your life and busines...
Mar 18, 2021•38 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Clay Blackmore as he discusses sowing seeds and building relationships. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Clay got his start in the industry How to build relationships with other businesses Adding motion to still images to better serve your clients The role of storytelling in photography How Clay is keeping in touch with clients and building rela...
Mar 11, 2021•41 min
In this week's episode, Photofocus publisher Rich Harrington sits down with educator and photographer Nicole S. Young . They tackle advice on composition, talk about essential gear, and strategies for traveling with non-photographers.
Mar 04, 2021•35 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with photographer and owner of SproutStudio , Bryan Caporicci about how to keep your business alive during the pandemic, and beyond! Check out Platypod.com We discuss: Bryan's unusual start to the photography industry Why we should be diversifying our revenue streams right now The importance of keeping i...
Feb 18, 2021•40 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Riley Arthur about the challenges of journalism, building relationships and publishing tips. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Riley got started in the industry The challenges of being a journalist today (physical distancing, health issues, the pandemic) The challenges of getting published How she built a relationship with National Geographic The...
Feb 11, 2021•41 min
In this week's episode, Photofocus publisher Rich Harrington sits down with two Photoshop gurus. First we learn from Hall of Fame member Dave Cross on how to approach Photoshop and modernize your workflow as well as the Photoshop Virtual Summit . We also hear from Scott Valentine author of the new book “The Hidden Power of Adobe Photoshop: Mastering Blend Modes and Adjustment Layers for Photography.” Join us for a great show. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the co...
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr 5 min
In this weeks episode, Photofocus publisher Rich Harrington sits down with two expert photographers. We learn from portrait photographer and retoucher Kristina Sherk on how to make great portraits and edit your photos. We also hear from Mike Kubeisy on how to break into the tough Hollywood crowd and make it on-set (hint it’s all about attitude). Plus both offer safety and business advice for trying to be a photographer during the COVID Pandemic....
Jan 30, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod.com, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with photographer Roberto Valenzuela about to prepare and gear up your business to make 2021 better than ever! Check out Platypod.com Multi-kit Blowout Sale! We discuss: How Roberto got started in the photography industry How to use social media to get new clients The importance of keeping in touch wi...
Jan 21, 2021•46 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today Skip and I have a detailed discussion about what photographers can do to make 2021 (and 2022, actually) better than ever. "Growth only happens outside your comfort zone" We discuss: The theme for 2021 is diversity in your specialty Diversity in your skillset Video and storytelling Clean up your website - bio and galleries Direct mail personal letter to all your clients Community ...
Jan 14, 2021•42 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with photographer Monica Royal about her business and how she's planning for 2021! Check out Platypod's Black Friday Specials! We discuss: How Monica got started in the photography industry Why it's so important to face fear and put yourself out there How she views the concepts of "trends" in the industr...
Dec 16, 2020•38 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Tom Curley about the importance (and excitement!) of making plans for the future, as well as how he is currently sowing the seeds for his future success. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Tom got his start in the photography industry Challenges photographers are facing today How he has had to pivot in the photography industry over the years The i...
Dec 11, 2020•39 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod , Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with photographer JB Sallee about how he's staying productive during 2020 and planning for the future! Check out Platypod's Black Friday Specials! We discuss: How JB got started in the photography industry How he is sustaining his business given the challenges of 2020 How he is maintaining relationships ...
Nov 18, 2020•32 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with Jerry and Melissa Ghionis, the dynamic duo behind Jerry Ghionis Photography. You don't want to miss this! We discuss: How they got started individual, and as a team How they are dealing with challenges of 2020 The advantages of working as a duo and each finding their own "sweet spot", role-wise Growing together as a couple Current projects they're working on that ha...
Nov 13, 2020•48 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with photographer Levi Sim about how relationship building and being helpful has moved his photography forward. Check out Platypod's new Ultra Commercial Twin Pack ! We discuss: How Levi got started in his photography career The importance of being helpful and having a thick skin as you build your photogr...
Oct 28, 2020•34 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with Glen Clark. Glen discusses ways to get your foot in the door with companies for sponsorship opportunities. You don't want to miss this! We discuss: How Glen got started in the photography industry How to begin the process of forming relationships with companies in order get sponsorships Tips for building your skillset and doing your homework Tips for building your b...
Oct 09, 2020•37 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with photographer Shiv Verma! Shiv discusses ways to foster your creativity and improve your photography business. We discuss: How Shiv got started as a professional photographer The role patience plays in his photography process and workflow Fun ways to stay creative during down time Things Shiv is doing to keeping optimism and moral high Ways to improve your photograph...
Sep 18, 2020•42 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with customer service expert Shep Hyken about effective ways photographers can be proactive and build customer loyalty! Check out Platypod: The world's most compact tripod for photographers and filmmakers! We discuss: How Shep got started in his customer service career Opportunities to build customer loya...
Sep 16, 2020•38 min
Welcome to Beyond Technique Hello and welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by and Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with wildlife photographer Moose Peterson! Check out Platypod: The world's most compact tripod for photographers and filmmakers! We discuss: How Moose got started in his photography career Why having passion for the creative process is so important How he raises a...
Aug 19, 2020•40 min
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with pet photographer Nicole Begley. Nicole discusses how she's grown her pet photography business over the years and great tips for aspiring pet photographers! We discuss: How Nicole got started as a professional pet photographer Technique and tips she uses for better photo sessions How Nicole has learned to "speak their language" when it comes to pets How she's kept he...
Aug 14, 2020•38 min
My guest is an Imaging Training & Technical Support Manager at DataColor please welcome John Walrath Topics include what is monitor calibration, are monitors already calibrated, why do I need to calibrate my monitor, dual monitors and why doesn’t the color look identical and Datacolor's new calibration kit. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcast D...
Jul 31, 2020•27 min
My guest is a California based photographer who has a distinguished career in Hollywood, working on several number one Hit shows including NCIS, NCIS LA, House, Grey’s Anatomy and many more. He’s an educator and has shared his talents with many photographers. Please Welcome Mike Kubeisy. Topics include what are the different types of lights, personal gear Mike uses and why, challenging lighting conditions and light modifiers. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the co...
Jul 24, 2020•30 min
