In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Elise Hogberg of Image Salon to talk about the importance of consistency in editing and how to do it like a pro! Have a listen to learn the three things you need to know to create a custom look and how fine-tuning your post-production is one of the best things you can do to elevate your brand and grow your business. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/nail-digital-editing-elise-hogberg LINKS: Get 10% off your first order with Im...
Apr 06, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Good news! You do not have to be all things to all people. You can say no. You can simplify. And doing so will actually help your business! I recently sat down and talked with Six-Figure Studio graduate Terry Riggins about what she learned from her time in the program AND how she's using it to take her already successful photography business to the next level! If you are doing all the things, you are going to want to listen to this conversation! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sa...
Mar 30, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In today's episode, I'm talking to Six-Figure Studio graduate Angie Heinrich about her experience in the program and how she increased the gross revenue in her business by 100k last year! This is a must listen! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/extra-100k-yes-please LINKS: Follow Angie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zetamarimosaics/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your ...
Mar 16, 2021•20 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In this episode, I’ll talk about some of the most common marketing mistakes I see photographers make, how to avoid them and what to do instead! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/marketing-mistakes-to-avoid-this-month LINKS: Learn a framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography ...
Mar 09, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Have you ever found yourself feeling like you are stuck in your business, but you just don't know why? Maybe you can't find the right clients. Maybe you're struggling to make the money you want and need. Maybe you are burnt out and tired. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. SO many talented photographers spend YEARS struggling in business without knowing why or how to fix the problem. On today's episode, I'm talking to Marisa Duran about how she was in that exact situat...
Mar 02, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 26
On today's episode, I talking with Philadelphia portrait photographer, Rebecca Serpe about how learning to work with strobes led to learning how to niche down and build the business of her dreams as a fine art children's portrait photographer! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/niching-down-build-business-up-rebecca-serpe LINKS: Follow Rebecca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaserpephotography Sign up for the Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-webina...
Feb 16, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Sandwiched between the New Year energy of January and the springtime excited of March, February is kind of the overlooked middle child of the first quarter! I want to change that. In this episode, I share why February is the PERFECT month to make your marketing plans as well as what to focus on so that you use this month to set your business up for success in the coming year! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/problem-with-february LINKS: Learn the framework for a profi...
Feb 09, 2021•9 min•Season 2Ep. 24
One of the common things I hear from photographers who have been through the Six-Figure Studio is that they’ve taken other courses on business before, but that this is the only one that has gotten them results. Of course as an instructor, I LOVE hearing that. But I also want to know why that is. So I sat down with Six-Figure Studio graduate Stephanie H to ask her what she learned, why she felt this program got results when other programs didn’t and if the experience was worth the investment.&nbs...
Feb 02, 2021•17 min•Season 2Ep. 23
On today's podcast episode I'm talking about the difference between healthy inspiration and toxic competition, because as creatives who work in a very competitive industry, this is a conversation we need to have! I'll also share how I was able to tune out the noise and create my signature style AND how to determine if it's time for YOU to take a break from social media. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/healthy-inspiration-or-toxic-competition LINKS: Be the...
Jan 26, 2021•12 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Do you struggle with what to say when writing captions for social media or coming up with content for your blog? If so, this episode is for you! Listen to learn my simple process for coming up with marketing content your clients will WANT to read! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/easy-steps-creating-marketing-content LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when d...
Jan 21, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In today’s episode I'm continuing the conversation on setting goals for the New Year by sharing how to set actionable goals that will help move your and your photography business forward! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/start-achieving-your-goals LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/c58ac67241 Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3...
Jan 12, 2021•10 min•Season 2Ep. 20
On today's episode I'm sharing why setting goals is so important as well as how to make sure you will be 42% more likely to achieve your big business goals this year! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/more-likely-to-succeed-this-year-kb3g3 LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoane...
Jan 05, 2021•8 min•Season 2Ep. 19
A lot of us build our photography business around what we think we "should" do to be successful and end up burnt out and broke as a result. What I’ve learned over the years and what I teach the photographers I coach inside of the Six-Figure Studio is that the real secret to success comes from figuring out what YOU do, what your passion is and then doing it fearlessly. In today’s episode, I’m talking with Toronto photographer Kate Wilson about this very thing. In our conversation, Kate shar...
Dec 29, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In today's episode, I'm talking to Six-Figure Studio graduate, Molly Hebda, about how she used what she learned in the program to boost her brand, her confidence and her profits, all in record time! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/molly-hebda-growing-portrait-business-fast LINKS: Follow Molly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motioninspiredphotography/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/1...
Dec 22, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Fun fact. I'm a HUGE Taylor Swift fan. And is this episode, I'm telling you why as well as what she done this year in particular that has me so inspired. Enjoy! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/something-to-say-about-taylor-swift LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoanedu...
Dec 15, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In today's episode, I'm sharing a snippet of a conversation from inside my group coaching program, the Six-Figure Studio, around the importance of teaching our clients about the value of our products and services! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/i-can-not-sell-album LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.faceboo...
Dec 10, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Oh friends... it has been way too long since I've recorded and published a podcast episode... today, I'm telling you why! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/where-have-i-been-last-two-months LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.ins...
Dec 08, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 14
On today's episode, I'm talking about Imposter Syndrome and sharing 3 tips for dealing with it! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/tips-imposter-syndrome LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this e...
Sep 24, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 13
On today's episode, I'm sharing why CONSISTENCY is SO important when building your brand and how taking control of your light is the easiest way to do it! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/consistency-when-building-your-brand LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https...
Sep 17, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 12
What does it mean to create a “real” or “authentic” portrait? That's what I'm asking on today's episode, and I'd love to hear YOUR thoughts. Have a listen, and then send me a DM on Instagram! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/create-authentic-portrait LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com...
Sep 11, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In today's episode, I'm sharing the #1 business mistake I see SO many photographers make and how to avoid it making it in your own business. Also, the doors to the Six Figure Studio group coaching program are opening on Aug. 21st! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/business-mistake-how-to-avoid LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebo...
Aug 06, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In today's episode, I talking about my favorite light modifier and address why I use it the wrong way! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/light-modifier-wrong-on-purpose LINKS: See my equipment setup: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_5ICsNAv0_/ My go-to modifier: https://www.fjwestcott.com/7-diffusion-umbrella?acc=c7e1249ffc03eb9ded908c236bd1996d Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Foll...
Jul 30, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Today's episode is a recording I made with California Film Photographer Jennifer Brotchie back in December (2019). In this episode, Jennifer shares how she used her family's move from Hawaii to California as an opportunity to rebrand her photography business. She also shares why she's come to love using film and strobes in her work, and why she believes all photographers (film and digital) should embrace using artificial light in their work. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaned...
Jul 23, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In today's episode, I share the simple (but kind of scary) thing you need to do to stand out in a saturated photography market. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/stand-out-saturated-photography-market LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www...
Jul 16, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In today's episode, I'll share what a STRONG photography brand is (and isn't) and what you need to do to start building a solid brand for yourself! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-makes-strong-photography-brand LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Insta...
Jul 09, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 6
On today's episode, I'm asking the question what is the ACTUAL cost of being a natural light photographer? Many photographers believe that one of the benefits of working exclusively with natural light is that it's free. But what I know after over two decades of working as a professional photographer is that there IS a cost to natural light...and it may be more than you realize. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/actual-cost-natural-light-photographer LINKS:...
Jul 02, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Do you hate that harsh "flashy" looking light that comes from working with strobes and flash? Me too! On this episode, I'll share three common mistakes photographers make when working with artificial light that leads to that look, and what you need to know to avoid making those mistakes! Want to learn more? SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/avoid-harsh-flashy-looking-light-strobes-flash LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free...
Jun 25, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Chicago newborn and family photographer Kate Weingarten joined the Missing Link just seven months ago. Since then, she’s gone on to use her new skill with artificial light to completely transform her business, including bringing in over 6K in just four hours through her incredible Santa Sessions! Oh… and she’s doing this kind of business without even having a website!! Amazing! Learn more about Kate and see her beautiful work on Instagram @kate_weingarten: https://www.instagram...
Jun 25, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, I'll share my thoughts on how photographers can use the slowness of "The Great Pause" and Covid-19 to work on our businesses so that we come out of this time stronger then we were before. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/your-photography-business-covid-19 LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.fac...
Jun 25, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to Beyond Natural Light: A Photography Podcast. I'm your host, Sandra Coan, and on this first episode, I wanted to introduce myself and share a little bit of my story, and let you in on my plans for this podcast. I'm so excited to be on this journey with you. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/welcome-to-my-new-podcast LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new...
Jun 25, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 1
