Ep. 15 - I Wish I Charged More

In this engaging interview, professional photographer and videographer Dwayne from DCN Media Group shares his journey from hobbyist to industry expert. Discover insights on mastering photography and videography, managing client expectations, embracing AI tools, and building a supportive community.Takeaways:-Duane's journey from hobbyist to professional-Impact of AI on photography and editing-Strategies for managing client expectations-Community support among local photographers-Trends and future directions in photography-Two hours is the minimum for good portraits-Your time is valuable, charge accordinglyChapters00:00 Introduction and Duane's Background02:02 How Duane Got Started in Photography and Videography04:55 Self-Taught Skills and Mentorship09:00 Favorite Types of Photography and Videography11:57 Pricing, Time Management, and Client Expectations14:56 Post-Processing, AI, and Quality Control19:52 Industry Trends and Embracing AI Tools24:04 Current Photography Trends and Styles26:00 Community Support and Collaboration in GTA28:45 Advice for Beginners and Starting Over32:58 Future Projects and Photography Goals37:01 Creative Challenges and Collaboration Ideas40:09 Overcoming Camera Shyness and Content Creation41:55 Closing Remarks and Contact InfoGuest linksWebsite - https://dcnmediagroup.caInstagram:  ⁨@dcnmediagroupinc⁩