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Raw Edit
by Kellie Llwellyn & Sarah Monson
Join Sarah Monson (Sarah Monson Photography, Benton, WI) and Kellie Llewellyn (Kellie Rochelle Photography, Williston, ND), two passionate senior photographers and best friends. Get ready to ditch the fluff and embrace the RAW Edit a podcast for photographers who crave unfiltered conversations, actionable tips, and a whole lot of real talk about building a creative business that thrives. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, RAW Edit is here to help you level up your skills, get inspired, and most importantly, keep it real.
Episodes
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Volume Sports Handling Parent Emails & Setting Boundaries w/ Sarah
The client-service side of volume sports doesn't stop at the shoot — it's the emails after. Sarah talks through the reality of managing parent communication during season and the boundaries she's had to set to protect her time and energy. In This Episode: The kinds of parent emails that come in...
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Managing Seven Schools Without Losing My Mind / w Sarah
Sarah currently shoots senior portraits and volume sports for seven schools — a client list she grew from just three. In this episode, she breaks down how she communicates with coaches and athletic directors, and how she keeps it all running without burning out. In This Episode: How Sarah grew…
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Volume Sports Stories — What I've Learned Along the Way w/ Sarah
Sarah shares stories from past volume sports seasons — the moments that taught her the most — and traces how those experiences shaped the way she runs her business today, including how she now manages seven schools at once. In This Episode: Real stories from past seasons that stuck with her What...
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Personal Style Talk — Shopping, Staples & What's in Our Closets
Sarah and Kellie switch gears from business to personal style, sharing what they've learned working with the same stylist, Betsy, and how that's shaped the way they shop and dress now. They dig into: Where they've been shopping lately and what's earned a permanent spot in the rotation The pieces...
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Failed Launches — What We Got Wrong (and What We Know Now)
Sarah and Kellie get real about the launches that didn't go as planned. Recorded fresh off an editorial studio lighting workshop with Jai Mayhew, this episode is an unfiltered debrief on the missteps, misreads, and lessons that came from launches that flopped — and what they'd do differently now....
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Inside Volume Sports Season w/ Sarah Monson
Sarah is deep in the middle of volume sports season, and in this episode she pulls back the curtain on what that actually looks like — how she preps, how she runs it, and what a real week in season looks like from the inside. In This Episode: What "volume sports season" actually means for Sarah's...
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The $100K Month — What We'd Actually Do With It
In this episode, Sarah and Kellie get honest about money — specifically, what happens the moment a $100,000 month becomes real. It's not just a numbers conversation; it's about mindset, identity, and what abundance actually feels like when you let yourself imagine it fully. They dig into: The…
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Catch up with Kellie & Sarah in Maycember 2026
In this episode of The Raw Edit Podcast, Sarah and Kellie are back for a real, unfiltered catch-up after surviving what photographers know all too well — Maycember. If you're in the photography world, you already know. May hits like December. Everyone wants sessions, schedules are packed, and…
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What Nobody Tells You About Your First Real Estate Client
What if your next biggest income stream wasn't something you went looking for — but something that found you? In this episode Sarah sits down with Kellie to talk about the real story behind her real estate photography business. Not the marketing strategy. Not the perfectly planned pivot. The...
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The Content Tool We Didn't Know We Needed - Kellie's One Take System
In this episode of The Raw Edit Podcast, Sarah and Kellie dig into Kellie's brand new product — the One Take System — a custom ChatGPT tool built specifically for photographers who are great behind the camera but dread the content creation that comes after. The concept is simple but powerful…
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This Is Why You’ve Never Felt Productive — Part 1: Human Design Explained
In this episodie of the RAW Edit Podcast, Sarah and Kellie dive into human design for photographers and unpack why so many creatives feel frustrated with traditional productivity advice. They explore the five human design types — manifesting generators, generators, manifestors, projectors, and...
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E24: How Sarah turned Real Estate Photography into Weekday Revenue
Slow season hits every photographer eventually — and it’s not just a “less money” problem. It’s a mindset problem. In this episode of The RAW Edit, Sarah gets real about what slow season photography does to your brain: the inquiry slowdown, the white space on your calendar, and the way it can…
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E23: The System That Turns One Senior Session Into a Week of Content
If you’re a senior photographer constantly wondering what to post next, this episode will change the way you think about content forever. In Episode 24 of The RAW Edit, we break down the Senior Sunday system — the exact workflow that turns one high school senior session into a full week of...
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How Blog in a Box Turned Senior Sunday Into a Marketing Machine
If blogging your sessions feels impossible, Episode 22 of The Raw Edit is about to change everything. In this episode, Kelly walks through the Senior Sunday system, a marketing workflow built specifically for photographers—especially senior photographers who want consistency without burnout. The...
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How We’re Setting Goals and Taking Back Our Time in 2026
In this episode of RAW Edit, we’re throwing out the pressure of perfect goals and talking about what really works when it comes to work-life balance for photographers. Sarah and Kellie talk about planning their calendar for the year ahead and what they are doing in their off season. From…
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E20: The 2025 Planning Reset That Changed Our Business
In this RAW Edit episode, we’re getting real about our 2025 planning and workflow reflection — what worked, what didn’t, and what we’re doing differently in 2026. We kick off with a hilarious tech fail (classic), then dive into how we’re building our calendars around our actual lives — not just…
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E19: You’re Not Bad with Money — You Just Don’t Know Your Archetype w/ Kelly Marshall of TerraCare Financial
If you've ever said “I’m just not good with money,” this episode is about to flip that script HARD. 🙅♀️💰 In today’s RAW Edit episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of your biz finances — not your numbers, but your money personality. And for that, we called in a pro: Kelly Marshall…
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E18 - The Secrets to Authentic Senior Sessions (Even in a Tiny Town) w/ Ashley Mosier
Ashley Mosier is living proof that small-town photographers can build big, bold, beautiful brands — without a model team, a massive market, or a million props. In this episode of RAW Edit, Ashley walks us through how she creates authentic senior sessions from the first consult to final delivery....
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E17 - 5 Photographers, 4 Days, a Photographers Working Weekend: The Creative Reset You Didn't Know You Needed
In Episode 17 of the RAW Edit Podcast, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our Working Girls Photographers Weekend in Palm Springs. It was four days of cameras, content, and chaos—with some SEO, chatbot building, and poolside edits thrown in for good measure. Our crew (Colie James, Nikki...
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E 16: The Website Mistakes Photographers Keep Making (And How to Fix Them) w/ Octavia Elease
If your website isn't pulling its weight—this episode is for you. Sarah and Kellie sit down with Showit website designer and HoneyBook/Flodesk wizard Octavia Elease to talk about the biggest website mistakes photographers are making... and how to fix them fast. Octavia works with photographers to...
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E 15: Fashion and Confidence: How a Closet Clean-Out Can Change Your Life w/ Betsy Beaman
Ready for some serious truth bombs? In this episode of the RAW Edit Podcast, we’re diving into something that doesn’t get talked about enough: the connection between fashion and confidence. Spoiler: It’s not about trends. It’s about showing up as your boldest, most powerful self — and sometimes,...
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E 14: Confidence, Chaos, and Client Connection with Elisabeth Zantopulos
In this episode, we’re joined by the radiant force that is Elisabeth Zantopulos—senior photographer, educator, and full-on hype girl from Northeast Ohio. Liz shares how she empowers high school seniors to show up confidently, feel amazing, and embrace who they are—on and off camera. We dive into:...
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E 13: Why You Need to Be Involved in Your Senior's Outfit Selection w/ Shannon Lange
🎙️ Episode 13: The Senior Styling Deep Dive with Shannon Lange In this must-listen episode, we’re joined by Fort Worth-based senior photographer Shannon Lange for an unfiltered and incredibly insightful conversation about senior session styling. From why “something long, something short, and...
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E12:The Truth About the Best Photography Communities w/ Sabrina Gebhardt
You don’t need another photography course. You need connection. In this episode of RAW Edit, Sarah and Kellie sit down with their biz coach and community-builder-extraordinaire Sabrina Gebhardt to talk about what really makes a photography community thrive—and why so many photographers are…
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The Bestie Episode: Behind the Scenes of Our Photography Friendship
In this special episode of RAW Edit, we’re pulling back the curtain on something a little different — our friendship. Yep, just two business besties chatting about the real stuff behind the lens: how we met, how we support each other, and why community is everything when you’re running a creative...
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Outsourcing for Photographers: How a Virtual Assistant Can Save Your Sanity with Amanda Cooper
In this episode of Raw Edit, we’re diving into a topic that every overwhelmed photographer needs to hear — the power of outsourcing. And who better to talk about that than Kellie’s very own Virtual Assistant, Amanda Cooper (aka Amanda the Assistant)! Amanda joins us to share her journey into...
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The Ultimate Prep Guide: Setting Yourself up for a Flawless Session
In this episode of RAW Edit, Kellie and Sarah are pulling back the curtain on the real secret to a successful photoshoot: preparation. If you think the magic starts when you pick up your camera — think again! It all happens before the session even begins. We’re sharing our full pre-session…
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E8: ChatGPT for Photographers: The Game-Changer You’re Not Using Yet
AI is changing the game for photographers, and if you’re not using ChatGPT in your business yet, you’re missing out on one of the most powerful tools available. In this episode of RAW Edit Podcast, we’re diving deep into why photographers should embrace AI, how to use ChatGPT effectively, and the...
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E7: The Power of Education & Community: Why Investing in Yourself Changes Everything (Live from Reset!)
Write NIn this episode, recorded live at the Reset Conference, we’re diving deep into the importance of education and community for photographers. Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow, investing in yourself is one of the best things you can do for your business. We’re sharing our...
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BONUS: The Reviews That Get You Booked: How to Make Google Work for You (Google Reviews w/ Christine Dammann)
In this episode, we’re sitting down with our good friend Christine Dammann, a wildly talented family photographer from sunny San Diego, to talk about something that can literally help you book more clients—Google Reviews. Christine shares her journey into photography and how she built a thriving...
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Episode 6: Work Smarter, Not Harder: The AI Workflow That Saves You Hours (Post-Processing Systems - AI Culling & Editing Pt. 2)
Editing is where the magic happens, but without a solid workflow, it can also be where burnout happens. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your editing queue, struggled with consistency, or spent WAY too many late nights tweaking images, this episode is for you. In Part 1, we talked about…
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Episode 5: The ONE Thing That Will Transform Your Photography Business Overnight (Non-Negotiables - Outsourcing Pt. 1)
Let’s be real—photographers wear a lot of hats. We’re not just capturing moments; we’re editing, marketing, emailing, scheduling, and doing a million other things that keep our businesses running. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to do it all. In this episode of RAW Edit, Kellie is breaking...
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E4: BTS: Our Journey into Photography & How We Built Our Businesses
Every photographer has a story, and trust us—ours weren’t exactly a straight shot to success. In this episode of RAW Edit, we’re getting personal and sharing how we went from past jobs (some weird, some wonderful) to running full-time photography businesses. We’ve shot a lot—from early sessions...
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E:3 Slay the Style Game: How to Help Seniors Choose the Perfect Outfit
Let’s talk about one of the biggest hurdles in senior photography: the outfits. Parents want timeless, seniors want trendy, and you’re caught in the middle trying to make everyone happy. How do you guide your seniors to pick outfits that look incredible on camera while boosting their confidence?…
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E:2 - Posing Like a Pro: The Simple Steps to Bringing Out the Best in Seniors
Posing seniors can feel like a challenge—especially when your client looks at you and says, "What do I do with my hands?!" But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. In this episode of RAW Edit, we’re breaking down the art of posing and giving you actionable tips to help your seniors look and feel…
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E1: The Secret to Instantly Making Seniors Feel Comfortable in Front of the Camera
In our very first episode of RAW Edit, we’re diving into one of the most critical skills for senior photographers: making your clients feel comfortable in front of the camera. Let’s be real—confident seniors = stunning portraits. But what do you do when your senior feels stiff, awkward, or…
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Raw Edit: TRAILER
Welcome to RAW Edit, the ultimate podcast for photographers who crave real talk, unfiltered advice, and a little bit of chaos. Hosted by two photographers who’ve been through it all—awkward shoots, late-night edits, client drama, and the occasional lighting meltdown—this podcast is your go-to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join Sarah Monson (Sarah Monson Photography, Benton, WI) and Kellie Llewellyn (Kellie Rochelle Photography, Williston, ND), two passionate senior photographers and best friends. Get ready to ditch the fluff and embrace the RAW Edit a podcast for photographers who crave unfiltered conversations, actionable tips, and a whole lot of real talk about building a creative business that thrives. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, RAW Edit is here to help you level up your skills, get inspired, and most importantly, keep it real.
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Join Sarah Monson (Sarah Monson Photography, Benton, WI) and Kellie Llewellyn (Kellie Rochelle Photography, Williston, ND), two passionate senior photographers and best friends. Get ready to ditch the fluff and embrace the RAW Edit a podcast for photographers who crave unfiltered conversations,...
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