33. Building a Personal Brand and Overcoming Industry Hurdles with Actor and Photographer Beth Hawkes

Welcome back to Get Messy! In this episode, we dive into the multifaceted career of Beth Hawkes, the owner and founder of Mariposa Pictures, a Los Angeles-based photography business specializing in actor portraits, events, and branding photos. Beth shares her journey from seeking unique headshots as an actor to filling a market gap during the pandemic by starting her own business.We discuss her creative processes, the challenges of balancing acting and entrepreneurship, and the transformative power of photography. Beth opens up about the personal and professional pivots that have shaped her career, her philosophy on navigating industry ebbs and flows, and the importance of self-belief and perseverance in the creative world.— Introducing: Beth Hawkes— Beth’s Photography Business: Mariposa Pictures— Capturing Authenticity in Photo— Client Preparation and Process— Balancing Acting and Photography— Advice for Aspiring Creatives— The Struggle for Permission— Navigating Career Pivots— Embracing New Challenges— The Power of Self-Belief— The Reality of Success— Reflecting on the Journey— What’s Next for Beth!✨RESOURCES✨·Mommywood Podcast✨Connect with Beth Hawkes✨@mariposa.pictures | Mariposa Pictures Website✨Connect with Maddie✨Schedule a Call with Maddie | Explore Maddie’s Website @maddiemcguirecoaching | @maddiemcguire4