Senior Style Guide's Real Talk series brings you face-to-face with other photographers and creatives who are going through exactly the same things you are. It's about going beyond the technical parts of photography and diving deep into what struggles have they faced, how they got to be where they are today and what they learned along the way. Hosted by Sean Brown, join us as we sit down and have conversations with photographers whose stories you'll want to hear.
Episodes
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
Senior Style Guide Real Talk Episode 43:
Kia Bondurant Many people feel the portrait photography business is struggling, and both experienced and new photographers see their struggles as unique. Kia Bondurant spent the first 15 years of her professional photography career as a co-owner of a well-established portrait studio. For the last 5 years, she has built up a small-scale photography business in the new economy. Because of her successful experiences on both ends of the spectrum, Kia believes that professional portrait photography has a bright future. During her career, Kia has been featured on the cover of Professional Photographer magazine twice, named the Kansas Photographer of the Year, the national Senior Photographer of the Year and has both her Masters and Craftsmen for PPA.
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Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Today, we're covering the 7 Must Dos that Every Senior Photographer should be doing! In a time where the world is somewhat at a stand still, what can we as photographers be doing right now? If that sounds like something that you want to find out about, we're going to be covering the seven things we as photographers can be focusing on!
ALSO, I invite you to check out my FREE masterclass happening on Tuesday April 28th all about the 3 Steps to Create a Thriving Senior Photography business. I will be going over my three steps that every photographer can be doing to work on getting their business moving forward and invite you all to grab a spot over there.
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Thursday Apr 09, 2020
Thursday Apr 09, 2020
Matt, along with his wife Allison, are the owners of Allison Ragsdale Photography based in beautiful Durango, CO and have been on this journey for over a decade together. After moving to Durango together, they ended up opening up the studio and used Matt’s expertise in marketing, teaching and management to build and grow their studio into what it is today. While their studio faces a lot of competition and everyone is in the market for a photographer, over time they’ve been able to discover how to refine and promote their product to attract and retain clients. Their goal is to share what they’ve learned with other photographers, help you focus your business and ultimately make a difference for your family while doing what you love.
Links:
Matt’s Website: https://www.matthoaglin.com/
Allison Ragsdale Photography: https://allisonragsdalephotography.com/
Matt’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthoaglin/
Allison Ragsdale Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonragsdale/
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Thursday Mar 05, 2020
Thursday Mar 05, 2020
Mari Kranz is based out of Eastern Washington where she resides with her family of 5 and specializes in high school teen and senior portraits while also providing branding content for local artisans and creatives. Known for her fresh approach to photography and use of light, Mari aims to set her clients apart by not only capturing their unique beauty, but also by encouraging and empowering them in a way that allows her to capture the essence of who they truly are; fearless, confident, and free (in delicious light of course).
She is inspired by light, textures, and the personalities each of her senior clients possess.
She believes in and emphasizes the importance of using your own unique voice and staying true to who you are and what you love. Whether you’re a senior client, fellow photographer or simply a human with a beating heart, her goal is the same. To lift you and encourage you on your journey. She believes we all have a creative seed under the surface waiting to be discovered and loves to encourage fellow photographers and creatives to find, nurture and exercise their own creativity. She hopes to continue to spread that message and expand in mentoring and teaching as she blazes her own trail through her photography journey.
Links:
Website: www.Sincerelymariphotography.com
IG: www.instagram.com/sincerelymariphotography
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sincerelymariphotography
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THE PUSH CONFERENCE: Hosted by Senior Style Guide, The PUSH Conference is the photography education event of the year that you do not want to miss!! From a range of speakers from across the nation that are industry leaders in their field of expertise to hands on shooting, there is something for every photographer there in a small learning environment. It is three non-stop days of learning and you’re going to be kicking yourself if you’re not there this year! http://push.vickiesblack.com/
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PHOTOGRAPHERS: Join us along with other photographers just like you in our Facebook group to help with all things senior photography
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Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
REAL Talk 39: Nicki Hufford
Nicki Hufford is a senior/sports portrait photographer from Warren, Ohio. With an editorial and fashion inspired style, Nicki focuses on simple on location lighting that makes a big impact.
Website - https://www.nickihuffordphotography.com
Facebook - https://www.nickihuffordphotography.com
twitter - https://twitter.com/HuffordPhoto
instagram - https://www.nickihuffordphotography.com
Pintrest - https://www.pinterest.com/nhphoto/]
Question of the Episode: What is one thing you’re going to do in your business this year?
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THE PUSH CONFERENCE: Hosted by Senior Style Guide, The PUSH Conference is the photography education event of the year that you do not want to miss!! From a range of speakers from across the nation that are industry leaders in their field of expertise to hands on shooting, there is something for every photographer there in a small learning environment. It is three non-stop days of learning and you’re going to be kicking yourself if you’re not there this year! http://push.vickiesblack.com/
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PHOTOGRAPHERS: Join us along with other photographers just like you in our Facebook group to help with all things senior photography
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Real Talk - hosted by Senior Style Guide Magazine & Sean Brown - was created to give you an inside look into your favorite photographer's journeys and bring you along as part of the conversation.
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Katie Hughes is the Owner and Chief Editor/Retoucher of The Photo Editive, a boutique style outsourcing business for the busy photographer. She is also a nationally featured and awarded High School Senior Photographer, which has helped to shape the purpose and vision of The Photo Editive.
With her experience working for 10 years as a Senior Photographer, Katie saw the need for a more client oriented editing outsourcing service for photographers. She feels that communication with her clients, updated techniques of retouching and an in-depth knowledge of the Senior Photography industry is KEY in providing a balanced and comprehensive editing outsourcing experience for photographers.
Katie is passionate about outsourcing and the ways that it is necessary to build a thriving business, spend more quality time with family & help photographers find a way to work ON their business and not IN their business.
Outside of being an entrepreneur and photographer, Katie loves to travel with her husband, spend time with her children, and (almost) 2 grandchildren. She truly lives by the motto: “You can ANYTHING, but you can’t do EVERYTHING”.
The Photo Editive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thephotoeditive/
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--- Real Talk - hosted by Senior Style Guide Magazine & Sean Brown - was created to give you an inside look into your favorite photographer's journeys and bring you along as part of the conversation. Music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud Question of the Episode: If someone handed you back 10-15 hours of time per month, what would you do with it and why?
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Episode 37: Holli True
I am Holli True, an Oregon girl who was born to create. I feed off of passion and inspiration. I am a designer, photographer, writer, and an artist. This year, I hung up my camera in exchange for a new career focused on website design and branding for creatives and photographers. I have been an industry educator since 2010, offering workshops, mentorships and educational products. In 2019, I co-founded the Certified Madness Podcast, a witty, honest, educational podcast for photographers. My loves include my high school sweetheart and hubby of 20+ years, Jeff, our two teenagers, Cole & Addi and our adorable fur babies. I live for long weekends in our RV, watching football (college & NFL), indie music and rainy days curled up on my couch.
Holli True Designs: https://hollitruedesigns.com
Holli True Photography: https://hollitrue.com
Certified Madness Podcast: http://certifiedmadness.com
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Instagram Photography: https://www.instagram.com/hollitrue/
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Monday Jan 13, 2020
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Carissa Davis is a High School and Teen photographer located in Wichita Falls, Texas. Her images are as just as bright and cheerful as her brand! With a background in Art, she strives to think about the art elements in her images and hides them subtly throughout. Her Senior Rep Team, "The Flamingos" are easily recognizable in their stylized creative shoots Carissa is known for. Self proclaimed hippie at heart, she is most at home in a patch of wild flowers or cuddled with a furry companion. She is the mother of two, one whom is a Special Needs Individual. She is a strong advocate in her community and encourages volunteering with her younger clients.
Carissa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imagerybycarissa/
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Monday Jan 06, 2020
Monday Jan 06, 2020
In this episode, we're kicking it off a little differently. We didn't have a guest scheduled for the new year and the first Monday of 2020, but I didn't want to let you all down! I know so many of you have asked about when we'll be live with the Real Talk podcast and we heard you!!
Today, we're diving in to how I am approaching 2020, what I encourage you all to do in 2020 and we want to hear about what you're looking to accomplish in the new year.
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Monday Sep 23, 2019
Monday Sep 23, 2019
Trevor Ray is an Austin, TX portrait photographer specializing in high school senior and destination sessions. He believes that life is supposed to be lived to the fullest - to live and laugh everyday, your way.
Trevor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trevoray/
Trevor's Website: https://www.trevoray.com/
Let's connect on social!
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THE PUSH CONFERENCE: Hosted by Senior Style Guide, The PUSH Conference is the photography education event of the year that you do not want to miss!! From a range of speakers from across the nation that are industry leaders in their field of expertise to hands on shooting, there is something for every photographer there in a small learning environment. It is three non-stop days of learning and you’re going to be kicking yourself if you’re not there this summer! http://push.vickiesblack.com/
PHOTOGRAPHERS: Join us along with other photographers just like you in our Facebook group to help with all things senior photography
SSG Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1421723554786087/
Real Talk - hosted by Senior Style Guide Magazine & Sean Brown - was created to give you an inside look into your favorite photographer's journeys and bring you along as part of the conversation.
Music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud