Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne
by Cassidy Lynne, Bleav
Oh Shoot! With Cassidy Lynne is your go-to podcast for building the photography business of your dreams. Hosted by full-time photographer and educator Cassidy Lynn, each episode delivers real-world advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and actionable strategies to help you grow with confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, you’ll learn how to attract clients, master your craft, and turn your passion into profit. New episodes drop every Monday — grab your favorite drink and let’s dive in!
Episodes
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Spooky Photo Stories 2026: Ghosts in Mirrors, a Haunted Cake Topper, Missing Photos + More
in this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I’m reading 10 real spooky stories you sent in from behind the camera. We’ve got a ghost turning to stare through a mirror, a cake topper that flew off on its own, 700 photos that vanished in the Australian outback, and a few photos...
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Starting a Photo Business With $5K: Gear, Insurance, CRM, Website + What I’d Skip
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I’m breaking down exactly how I’d spend $5,000 if I were starting my photography business from scratch today. We’re talking used gear, insurance, editing, a website, a CRM, and booking your first clients, with real prices for...
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intrusive thoughts every photographer has
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I’m spilling all the intrusive thoughts that run through my head during a photo session, from “did I format my cards” to “do they think my prompts are cringe.” ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Use MPB to buy & sell used photography gear:...
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Accidental Client Texts: Nudes, Autocorrect, + A Very Freaky Night
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I'm reading your most cringe-worthy texts sent to (and from) clients by accident. From a groom receiving a flirty bathroom selfie to a very unfortunate autocorrect, these stories prove we've all been one wrong tap away from…
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Composition 101: Leading Lines, Negative Space, Color Theory + More
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), we're going way past the rule of thirds and getting into the composition techniques that actually make your photos stand out: negative space, leading lines, framing, depth, and more. Plus a quick breakdown of color theory and how it...
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THE GROOM HIT ON ME | 10 Photographer Dilemmas
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I'm answering 10 listener-submitted questions covering everything from friends turning into your worst clients, wedding parties that won't listen, gear disasters that make you feel cursed, and a few genuinely wild wedding day…
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Shooting In Direct Sun: My Settings, Shade Tips + Sun Flares
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I'm breaking down exactly how I handle shooting in direct sunlight, full sun, sun behind your subject, finding shade, and even window light indoors. I'm sharing my go-to camera settings, how to avoid weird shadows, and when a sun...
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my life is a mess right now (bats, Sony Kando, + way too much driving)
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), it's a catch-up episode! I'm talking about my recent (unwanted) roommates: bats in my room, my trip out to Sony Kando, and my thoughts on driving long distances before or after a wedding shoot. ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Use MPB to buy…
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10 Steps to Start a Photography Business From Scratch + What I'd Do Differently
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I'm combining two of the show's most requested topics: starting a photography business from scratch and what I'd do differently if I started over today. I'm walking through my own story, the things I got right, the mistakes that…
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How to Stop Doing Free Shoots, Pose Real People + Get Paid to Travel
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I'm answering your real submissions on the struggles every photographer hits early on: getting stuck in the free-shoot loop, posing people who feel insecure in front of the camera, and pushing through a creative rut. We're also...
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Controversial Photography Topics: AI, Pricing, Gatekeeping + Free Work
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), we're getting into the photography topics that always start arguments. AI in photography, tax strategy, gatekeeping locations, and whether working for exposure is ever worth it. Fair warning, I have opinions!! ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS...
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Punched The Groom In The Nuts… (2nd Shooter Horror Stories)
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), you submitted your 2nd shooter horror stories and you did not hold back. Missing grooms, unpaid invoices, ruined ceremonies, and one story I still can't stop thinking about. 15 of them, back to back. ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Use MPB…
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Live Photo Critiques: What I'd Change About Your Images
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I went live on TikTok and critiqued photos submitted by listeners in real time. We covered everything from posing and composition to editing choices, and a few of the same problems kept showing up across totally different…
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How To Succeed At Part Time Photography
Cassidy is sharing her top tips for making part-time photography work! From time management to staying organized, this episode is all about building your dream biz without the burnout. ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Use MPB to buy & sell used photography gear: https://bit.ly/MPB-Oh-Shoot Get 15% off...
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10 Photography Horror Stories (That Will Ruin Your Next Shoot)
Cassidy found the internet's craziest photographer horror stories and we're reading them out loud. Weddings ruined, shoots gone wrong, and a few we still can't believe actually happened. ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Use MPB to buy & sell used photography gear: https://bit.ly/MPB-Oh-Shoot Get 15% off...
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30 Unspoken Rules of Being a Photographer: Gear, Boundaries & Business
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), I'm breaking down the non-negotiables every photographer should know: the unspoken rules of client boundaries, gear, and running a photography business. If you're a new or working photographer, this episode is your foundation. ⸻...
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the mother hired her OWN photographer mid wedding, help! (photographer advice column)
This week's advice column is a wild one. We're getting into photographers copying your entire business, a planner who stole and re-edited your photos, and clients who push every boundary. Plus: crazy wedding families, getting taken advantage of as a second shooter, and how to handle it all…
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Shooting Chappell + Sabrina: Amanda B Films’ 3-Year Rise in Concert Photography
In this episode of Oh Shoot!, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) and Amanda B Films (@amandabfilms) sit down to talk about how she got into shooting big names like Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Florence, how she manages shooting on the road, and her tips for becoming successful in the...
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SEO in 2026: How Photographers Actually Get Found Now
Remember the SEO advice floating around a few years ago? Yeah, most of it doesn't hold up in 2026, and if Instagram is your only plan for getting found, we need to talk. In this episode I'm walking you through how search actually works now, including the kind of wild fact that your public…
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what nobody tells you about hosting a photography workshop internationally
The dreamy version of hosting a photography workshop abroad versus the reality? Two very different things. I'm spilling the logistics, the lessons, and the moments that almost broke me from my recent workshop in Scotland. ⸻ SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Use MPB to buy & sell used photography gear:...
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visual story telling + finding your voice as a creative
In this episode of Oh Shoot!, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) and Sam Newton (@samnewton) talk about the art of story telling and how you can find inspiration through the people around you. ⸻ Thanks so much Sam for coming on the pod! You can find & follow him here:...
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5 Film Photography Tips + Publishing A Coffee Table Book
In this episode of Oh Shoot!, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) and Tylee Shay (@tylee.shay) sit down to talk about film photography tips that'll help you shoot & understand film better, plus, Tylee gives tips on publishing your work in a coffee table book & how you can do it too. ⸻ Thanks so much...
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20 Content Ideas for Photographers Who Never Know What to Post
If you’re constantly stuck wondering what to post, it’s not because you don’t have content! It's because you don’t have a system. In this episode, I break down exactly how to decide what to post and give you 20 content ideas that actually build trust, attract clients, and lead to bookings. ⸻...
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photography nightmares (and what you should actually do)
From showing up to a wedding with the wrong gear to clients saying “we hate all of them,” this episode puts you in 20 chaotic photography scenarios and forces you to decide what you’d actually do. It’s part quiz, part reality check, and part “this could literally happen to you,” so consider this...
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why you're struggling to book photography clients
From getting ghosted on inquiries to wasting money on bad education, this advice column dives into the real reasons photographers feel stuck + how to fix it. I'm covering everything from finding your niche and raising your prices to handling awkward clients and building a brand that actually…
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The AI Photography Controversy Everyone's Talking About
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), we’re diving into a photography controversy that’s been making waves across the industry, raising questions about AI, originality, and trust in online portfolios. I’m joined by Corey from Photo Stealers, who has been sharing...
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Busy Season Prep for Photographers (Getting Organized)
Busy season is coming! In this episode of Oh Shoot!, I’m walking you through exactly how to prep your photography business before things get chaotic. From organizing your client workflow and backing up your files to refining your editing style, raising your prices, and setting boundaries: this is...
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photography is getting messy... (DSLR decline, bad proposals, + scammers galore)
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), we’re diving into everything from viral proposal photo fails to unrealistic client expectations. I also break down the latest industry trends, including the decline of DSLR cameras and the rise of compact gear. Plus, we talk about…
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networking in the right rooms + making your clients comfortable
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), she's joined by Staci Brucks (@stacibrucksphoto) to talk about finding your creative voice, making your clients comfortable while posing, & more. ⸻ Thanks so much Staci for being a guest on this episode! You can follow her here:...
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family session horror stories from photographers
In this episode of Oh Shoot! Photography podcast, Cassidy Lynne reads through your family session horror story submissions. From chaotic toddlers to wildly inappropriate parents, this episode dives into the most jaw-dropping family session horror stories submitted by photographers who have truly...
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5 Photography Client Scams You NEED to Avoid
In this episode, I break down 5 common client scams that photographers are facing right now and how to protect yourself before it costs you time, money, or your sanity. From fake inquiries to payment tricks and last-minute cancellations, these tactics are becoming more common, especially for...
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Bride Asked Me to Photoshop the Groom Out of Their Wedding Photos…
This month’s photography advice column gets wild. One bride asks if her photographer can Photoshop her now-ex husband out of their entire wedding gallery after a divorce + the request gets even weirder from there. We’re also talking about finding your brand after moving countries, nightmare...
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Couples Photography Poses: 30 Prompts That Get Natural Reactions
In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), she's sharing 30 couples posing prompts she's currently loving; ones that actually create natural reactions, movement, and connection in photos. From playful prompts like running, spinning, and “trust fall kisses” to sneaky tricks...
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starting a photography LLC + saving for retirement
In this episode, Cassidy Lynne breaks down the admin side of running a photography business: LLCs, business bank accounts, quarterly taxes, and retirement without the overwhelm. You’ll learn when an LLC actually makes sense, how to set up simple money systems for irregular income, and how to stop...
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the worst photography advice I've ever received
In this episode, Cassidy Lynne shares the worst photography advice you’ve ever received: from “don’t shoot weddings” and “just rely on word of mouth” to “you don’t need contracts” and “shoot in JPEG.” She's breaking down outdated photography tips, bad business advice, and industry gatekeeping…
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2026 PINTEREST STRATEGY FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
In this episode, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) breaks down what’s actually working for photographers in 2026: the pin formats that convert, why educational content books better than portfolio posts, and how to align your content with search intent instead of aesthetics. If you want consistent...
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The Emotional Cost of Photography and The Life Of Don McCullin
In this chit chat photography podcast episode, I talk about Don McCullin and the emotional cost of photography, including war photography, ethics, and the long-term impact of witnessing trauma through images. I also reflect on film photography, shooting film weddings, creative burnout, and why...
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5 Things to Grow Your Photography Business in the Slow Season
In this episode, I’m breaking down five things photographers should focus on during the slow season to grow their business and stay booked long-term. This episode covers website updates, SEO optimization, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest strategy, backend systems like CRMs and automations, and…
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erasing people from photos, vendor drama, and imposter syndrome
In this advice column episode with Cassidy Lynne, she talks through some of the trickiest situations photographers face: from clients asking to erase people from wedding photos, to navigating vendor conflict and knowing when it’s time to grow. She covers boundaries, confidence, and how to handle...
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How to Grow Your Photography Business with Associate Teams
in this episode of Oh Shoot, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) and Kylee Ann talk about switching from weddings to brand photography, growing a business from one photographer to a whole team of associates, and marketing strategies that helped her do it like SEO and blogging. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get...
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2026 trend predictions
in this episode of Oh Shoot, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) predicts photography trends for 2026, including things like high apertures, prints, wedding trends, film shooters, & more. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get 15% off Aftershoot ️ https://aftershoot.com/friends?ref=cassidy Get 50% off Honeybook ️...
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how to achieve your photography goals in 2026
in this episode of Oh Shoot, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) gives you a path to creating achievable photography goals in 2026, that can help you achieve goals like going full time, becoming financially stable, opening a studio, and more. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get 15% off Aftershoot ️...
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I lost my bride’s lipstick + 2025 recap
In this week’s episode of Oh Shoot! With Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), Cassidy recaps her photography year with the listeners and reads through posts from photographers asking for advice. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get 15% off Aftershoot ️ https://aftershoot.com/friends?ref=cassidy Get 50% off…
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Photography Moments That Feel Illegal But Aren't
In this episode of Oh Shoot with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) she reads through posts of the craziest photography thing you’ve seen all year that felt illegal. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get 15% off Aftershoot ️ https://aftershoot.com/friends?ref=cassidy Get 50% off Honeybook ️...
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the formula for going full time, unsupportive husbands, and being less awkward with clients
In this week’s episode of Oh Shoot! With Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), she reads through listener photography advice column submissions, including topics like going full time, unsupportive husbands, etc. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get 15% off Aftershoot ️ https://aftershoot.com/friends?ref=cassidy Get...
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8 Photography Tasks For A Year End Reset
This episode walks you through the key steps to confidently wrap up your photography year, from finances and editing to marketing, client experience, and mindset. You’ll learn how to close out your projects, audit your online presence, organize your digital workspace, and plan strategically for...
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the ultimate photographer Christmas gift guide
Get all the links for my Christmas Gift Guide HERE! https://www.canva.com/design/DAGXEU6A6nc/w2Z_zSK0tsbICaQH-tbkjg/view?utm_content=DAGXEU6A6nc&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hd21157ec2b _________________________ Looking for the best Christmas gifts for...
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Kind + Heartfelt Photography Stories (from listeners)
In this special episode, I’m sharing real, heart-warming stories submitted by listeners: sweet clients, tender moments, and the little reminders that make photography feel so worth it. Grab a cozy drink and enjoy these uplifting snapshots that might just make you cry happy tears. SPONSORS &...
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WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER HORROR STORIES
In this episode, I’m diving into real wedding photography horror story submissions and trust me, some of these are absolutely unhinged. From chaotic guests to camera disasters, you’re about to hear the wildest things photographers have survived. SPONSORS & DISCOUNTS Get 15% off Aftershoot ️...
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is your photography journey over? or just changing?
Feeling stuck, uninspired, or wondering if it’s time to hang up the camera? In this episode, we dive deep into one of the hardest questions creatives face: Should you actually quit photography or are you just burned out? Plus, I’ll share thoughts on the new Lightroom AI culling tool, how it…
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About this show
Oh Shoot! With Cassidy Lynne is your go-to podcast for building the photography business of your dreams. Hosted by full-time photographer and educator Cassidy Lynn, each episode delivers real-world advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and actionable strategies to help you grow with confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, you’ll learn how to attract clients, master your craft, and turn your passion into profit. New episodes drop every Monday — grab your favorite drink and let’s dive in!
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