I realize this is a VERY niche episode..but it's something that I wondered about: the demands of a thriving wedding photography career while breastfeeding? In this episode, I dive into the real journey of balancing motherhood with a high-stress job. Through my personal story, I recount the steep learning curve of those initial three weeks of breastfeeding and the perseverance it requires. My aim is to offer encouragement and practical insights for anyone considering breastfeeding while main...
Jan 02, 2025•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Balancing the demands of breastfeeding with a career in wedding photography might seem like an impossible feat. Join me, Catherine Guidry, as I share my deeply personal journey of breastfeeding both of my daughters while navigating the high-pressure world of wedding photography. You'll hear about the rewarding bonding experiences, especially with my second child, and the initial physical and emotional hurdles I encountered. I open up about the importance of taking a full 12 weeks for recove...
Sep 05, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Strap in for a heartfelt journey through the lens of a wedding photographer embracing the transformative tides of pregnancy and motherhood. I am pulling back the curtain on the rollercoaster of emotions that come with photographing weddings while your own life is brimming with MAJOR, expectant changes. Balancing client commitments with the unpredictable nature of pregnancy, I am diving into the planning and open communication necessary to ensure every couple's wedding is still executed with...
Apr 02, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast There comes a point in life when the plates we juggle begin to wobble , threatening to come crashing down. As a wedding photographer and mother, I've danced on this tightrope, balancing my lens on love-filled ceremonies with the unscripted chaos of raising two tiny children. The heart of this episode lies in a raw and open dialogue about the challenges and triumphs of managing a career while nurturing a family. From the inception of the Wedding Photography Society to the evolving landscape ...
Mar 26, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast After taking a few months off following the birth of our little girl, I'm popping in to give a little update on where we are right now!! There are MANY episodes to come (and maybe in a slightly different format). I can't wait to share all the things with you soon!! Thank you for being here!! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch...
Feb 29, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ready to scale your photography business but unsure about building an associate team? Let's discuss! With a successful 15-year career under my belt, I've chosen to nurture my individual boutique luxury brand. Yet, I understand the allure of expansion and passive income for many photographers. This episode helps you decide if and when shooting solo isn't enough anymore. We'll tackle how you can start building your team as your demand increases and how it can catapult your busi...
Oct 31, 2023•5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Prepare to be inspired as we journey through the captivating world of award-winning artist and passionate photographer, Elizabeth Messina. A master of intimate portraiture, Elizabeth has honed her craft to create powerful, intimate images, where the essence of her subjects shines through. Starting with photographing friends and family, Elizabeth has grown as an artist, overcoming struggles and celebrating triumphs along the way. We bring you a deep-dive into the art of boudoir photography, where...
Oct 25, 2023•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Knowing the differences between zoom lenses and prime lenses will help you decide which is best to use in different photography situations. PRICING GUIDE (FREE): https://catherineguidry.com/pricing-guide-yt POSING GUIDE (FREE): https://catherineguidry.com/posing-guide-yt EDUCATION SHOP: https://catherineguidry.com/education TEMPLATES, CONTRACTS, COURSES: https://catherineguidry.com/education GEAR + PHOTO RESOURCES: http://catgresources.com/ PHOTOGRAPHY EDUCATION: https://catherineguidry.com/for-...
Oct 11, 2023•15 min•Ep 167•Transcript available on Metacast What if the secret to capturing those perfect shots lay not just in your skills as a photographer, but in the type of camera bag you use? Prepare to have your mind expanded as I walk you through the choices that confront every wedding photographer when selecting a camera bag - be it backpacks, shoulder bags, or rolling bags, and how they can impact your photography game. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews&qu...
Sep 29, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ready to leap from part-time to full-time photography? I'm Catherine Guidry, and I'll guide you through my personal journey of making that big shift. This episode is packed full of essential wisdom, from constructing a robust portfolio and crafting a unique brand identity to widening your professional network and nailing down correct pricing for your services. We'll explore the resources that helped me transition smoother and faster, and I'll share how a determined mindset ke...
Sep 28, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast When I speak with other photographers, I commonly hear that editing is their LEAST favorite part of the job. It doesn’t HAVE to be, though! I am going to share tips for shooting images, editing software that I LOVE, how we do our post processing, and things to do and not do when editing! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posi...
Sep 27, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ever wondered how to set the perfect price for your wedding photography services? In this episode I'm breaking down the why and how of profitable pricing. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FR...
Sep 27, 2023•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast As wedding photographers, we’re business owners - which means we’re also marketers! Are you ready to transform your wedding photography business with the power of marketing strategy? CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POS...
Jul 13, 2023•17 min•Ep 162•Transcript available on Metacast Learn how to make the best of a difficult lighting situation and still make great wedding photography! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FACEBOOK GROUP Trial SHOWIT Join the WEDDING PHOTOGRAP...
Jun 30, 2023•13 min•Ep 161•Transcript available on Metacast Strong reviews and referrals come from great experiences with your clients. Learn strategies to work with your wedding photography clients. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hwJfH7Rx7q0 CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Downloa...
Jun 21, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Learn the must have gear for your wedding photography business! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/1WqQ-lYrCnU CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FACEBOOK GROUP Trial SHOWIT Join the WEDDI...
Jun 15, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast What are the essential skills you need to run and maintain a successful wedding photography business? I'm here to take you through it! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FACEBOOK GROUP Tr...
Jun 09, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Where and how should you share your pricing with clients? This can always be a little bit of a trick question for wedding photographers! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FACEBOOK GROUP Trial...
May 31, 2023•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Considering going into the wedding photography industry? Here are pros and cons of being a wedding photographer! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FACEBOOK GROUP Trial SHOWIT Join the WEDDING...
May 24, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast As a business owner of 15 years, I’ve learned plenty of ways to save money in your photography business – and I’m sharing them with you in this week’s YouTube video! Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqOsh29D70U CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Downloa...
May 17, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast The reason it’s so important to understand the money side of your business – especially if you’re a creative – is because you want to continue to do what you love for a living! And you’ll learn JUST THAT in this week’s YouTube video 🎥 CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class ...
May 10, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you want to be a primary photographer, get more jobs as a second photographer, or move from a second role into an associate photographer role? If you do, the FASTEST way is to do an amazing job as a second photographer! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the ...
May 04, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast How are you organizing/storing your photographs? Let me share! 💻 ***Follow along with the video here ! It’s the piece of the business MANY photographers miss. You prep for a wedding, show up, and take the images. You go home… and then what? How in the world do you organize your photos in a way that’s easy to manage and great for the client? This is a BIG part of the business. That last thing you want is for a client to come back to you and say their images no longer work, and you no longer have...
Apr 26, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Want all of my best tips about photographing a wedding ceremony? Check out this episode, or the video guide HERE ! If you’re photographing your FIRST wedding soon, you’re probably feeling very excited… and a little nervous! The most important thing, aside from getting the proper gear, is understanding the flow of the ceremony and understanding where you need to be and when. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews...
Apr 19, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast I truly believe you can have an amazing website and book high-end, luxury clients with those templates – WITHOUT hiring a custom designer. I’ve paid website designers to create a custom site… only to have to pay them HOURLY on top of that to update the website. It was incredibly cumbersome and expensive. 🤦🏼♀️ I’m here to tell you there are beautiful, professional templates out there. If you’re saying, “Cat, excuse me… what?!” then you need this week’s YouTube video. In the video, I’ll break d...
Apr 12, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast What are some concrete ways to improve your online presence and business, so you get a fully-booked calendar during proposal season? Watch it on YouTube! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FAC...
Apr 05, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast HOW to handle common business mistakes… so you can walk away stronger, wiser, and with happy clients. Here we talk all about HOW to handle common business mistakes… so you can walk away stronger, wiser, and with happy clients. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download ...
Mar 29, 2023•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast We’ve learned what makes a good videographer and who to refer – and you can learn too! Although the order of booking can vary, most times the client will book the venue and/or planner first, and then the photographer. At that point, we’re given the opportunity to recommend a videographer. 📽️😓 That can be daunting! If you find yourself in that situation, this episode is for you! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & R...
Mar 22, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast The "First Looks" conversation needs to be approached with care and understanding. Photographers LOVE a first look...so I'm diving into how to make that happen for your business! Check out the YouTube video here! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download...
Mar 16, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you’re planning for maternity leave as a photographer and feeling that anxiety, I’m here for you! In the years leading up to my first pregnancy, I had a LOT of anxiety about how to plan and prepare for maternity leave. I had so many questions about how everything would play out… and if you’re expecting or planning for parenthood, you probably know the feeling! If you’re planning for maternity leave as a photographer and feeling that anxiety, I’m here for you! I want to empower you to progress...
Mar 09, 2023•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
