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Summer School - A Photography + Creative Podcast — 144 episodes

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You Asked I Answered

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Is Film Photography a Scam?

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Film Photography, Creativity, and Finding Your Own Voice with Jonathan Canlas

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Everything That Goes Into Photographing a Multi-Day Wedding

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The Biggest Marketing Mistakes I See Photographers Make

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The Mindset and Business Strategies Behind a Successful Photography Career with Peyton Hayez

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The Software Every Photographer Needs to Know About

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6 Ways to Level Up Your Wedding Photography

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How and Why I Shoot Film at Weddings

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Breaking Into Commercial Photography with Kara Mercer

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Mini Episode: How to Make a Cyanotype

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The Art of Props & Queer Advocacy with Landon Hawkins

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Summer Camp Recap + What You Need to Know About Hosting a Photography Retreat

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5 Ways to Scale Your Photography Business (And How to Choose Yours)

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A Better Way to Think About Branding: World Building

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From Wedding Photographers to Set Designers with Jada and David

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Weddings Aren’t Content Machines with Chris Denner

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Finding Your Taste and Style as a Wedding Photographer with Joshua Woodland

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How to Pose Couples as a Wedding Photographer with Summer Grace

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Live at WPPI: Film Chats with My Wedding Photographer Jake Tovar

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Balancing Creativity and Business as a Photographer with Tom Wright

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Dave Hill on Creativity, Longevity, and Big Brand Campaigns as a Photographer

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Destination Weddings, Adventure Couples, and Composition with Jordan Voth

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10 Things Photographers Should Do in the Off Season

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Cinematic Photography, Social Media, and Finding Your Style with Joshua Mannila

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Building Community as a Photographer with Alex Nena

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Building a Sustainable Wedding Photography Business with Susan Stripling

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What It Really Looks Like to Grow a Business as a Mom with Hannah Faye

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Ins and Outs of 2026 for Photographers

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A Creative Director’s Approach to Wedding Photography with Daniel Knight Harris

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What AI Means for Photographers (and Why It Matters) with Chris from Grainy Boi Weddings

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Getting Found Online: SEO and Social Media for Wedding Photographers with Catalina Jean

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The Soft Skills Every Wedding Photographer Needs with Marina Polovinkina

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Wedding Photography & Creating On Youtube: A Chat with Magic

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The Truth About Shooting Analog in the Wedding Industry with Brjánn Batista Bettencourt

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AI, Lighting, and Composition: With Wedding Photographer Lukas Piatek

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The Magic of Instant Film: Professional Polaroid Photography with Ryan Shaver

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Life Updates: Moving, Workshops, and Family Sessions

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Directing, Shooting, and Dreaming Bigger with Tiana Michele

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Concert Photographer & Camera Creator: A Chat with Christina Demertzi

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From Creator to Educator: Finding Your Voice with Noella Andres

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Life Updates and Live Q+A

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AI for Creators and Professionals: Practical Insights with Nathaniel Reagan

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Mastering Flash Photography with Laura Shepherd

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The Vendor Table: Honest Wedding Photography Conversations

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Finding Your Style and Staying Inspired in Photography with Brandon Woelfel

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How Community Can Transform Your Photography Career with James Wolf

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The Importance of Taking Photos in Your Daily Life with Jason Vinson

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Double Exposures, Photo Quilting, and Carving Your Own Unique Path: With Oak and Iron Photo

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Fashion and Editorial Photography: A Chat with Rita Buša

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How to Break Into Editorial Wedding Photography with Lucia Wallace

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What You Need to Know to Shoot Your First Wedding

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Photography Hot Takes from Threads

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Building a Business on Instagram in 2025

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The Truth About Personal Branding as a Photographer with Andrew Keher

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This New Flash Might Be a Game Changer

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My Thoughts After Attending the Biggest Creative Conference in NYC

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Building a Luxury Wedding Photography Brand with Chris J. Evans

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Cinematic Storytelling in Couples Photography with Layni Becker

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Building a Photography Business That Actually Lasts with Lindsay Coulter

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Booked and Unbothered: Joshua Huggett on Building a Brand by Being Yourself

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What I’d Do Differently If I Were Trying to Book My First 5 Clients

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My Inside Scoop on HoneyBook's New AI Features

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What I Wish I Knew About Light as a Beginner

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Film, Travel, and Destination Weddings with Tucker House

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Falling Back in Love with Digital Photography

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Practical Ways to Use ChatGPT in Your Workflow: A Conversation with Kari Tello

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Shooting Film in a Digital World: A Conversation with Autumn Jordan

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Photography Then vs. Now: A Conversation with Vanessa Joy

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Lessons from Attending a Photography Conference

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Building Genuine Brand Connections with Miles Witt Boyer

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All Things AI with Taylor Nixon from Narrative

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Life Updates: Summer School Launch & Shooting a 3-Day Wedding with a Newborn

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All Things Summer School: The Membership

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Advice Column: You Asked I Answered

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Photography Hot Takes with Summer and Jake: Part 3

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Wedding Trends 2025: What's In and What's Out with Jess from Authenica

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Off-Season Grind: Set Yourself Up for Success

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TikTok Ban, Social Media Predictions, and 2025 Updates with Angela Shae

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Nailing the Niche: Building a Senior Photography Brand with Alex Blake

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From Destination Weddings to Daily Routines: Hannah Rosser’s Journey to Sustainable Success

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A Guide to Cinematic Storytelling with Hannah Kutner

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Leveling Up Your Photography with Paid Advertising: A Conversation with Peyton Helm

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The Power of Positivity: Building a Business as a Couple with Chasing Sunsets

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Client Management Made Easy: Why HoneyBook Is My Go-To

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Shooting Destination Weddings: Travel Tips and All Things Film with Kayleigh Taylor

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Navigating the Wedding Photography World with Tess Gearhart: Film, Posing, and Behind-the-Scenes Insights

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Building an Associate Team with Ben Lau: Tips for Expanding Your Photography Business

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A Chat with G&M Photo and Film: Social Media, Posing, Client Experience, and More

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Advice Column: Bad Contracts, Finding Your Editing Style, and More

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Travel Tips: Learn From My Mistakes as a Destination Wedding Photographer

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5 Mistakes I Made When Starting My Business and How You Can Avoid Them

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You Asked I Answered Pt 2: Film Photography, Declining Bookings, Finding Associates and More

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Wedding Day Photo and Video: How to Work as a Team with Matt Johnson

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Mastering Money Mindset for Creatives: A Chat with In Frames Photography

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You Asked I Answered: Photography Questions Straight From Instagram

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Jon Taylor Sweet: The Art of Relationships in Photography

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From High School Shoots to Social Media Stardom: Preston Luke’s Journey

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Editing, Inspiration, and Evolution: A Photography Conversation with Rachel Joy

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Podcast Party: Live Photography Q&A

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Struggling to Book Photography Gigs? Get the Scoop on My Upcoming Coaching Program

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Perfect Your Posing: Pro Tips from Summer Grace

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Travel, Weddings, and Gear Upgrades: A Solo Update from Summer Grace

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Photography Hot Takes with Summer and Jake: Part Two

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Instagram Reels Mastery: Success Tips for Photographers with Angela Shae

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Behind the Scenes at Nikon's Creator Camp

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Summer Camp 2024: A Recap

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Starting a Photography Business: 10 Tips from Summer Grace

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Stories and Insights from My Mom, Sylvia Freeman

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Mastering Travel Wedding Photography with Summer and Jake

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Embracing Change and Creativity: A Conversation with Hailey Faria

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Photography Hot Takes with Summer and Jake

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A Journey Through Creative Portraiture with Michael Betzner

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Presets Are Dead: A Deep Dive into AI Editing with James Broadbent from Narrative

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Parenthood, Passion, and Photography: A Conversation with Grace Troutman

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Unleashing Your Creative Potential with Sam Hurd: Insights from the Front Lines of Photography

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Summer Camp 2024: Your Ticket to the Ultimate Photography Retreat with Summer Grace

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Elevate Your Wedding Photography Business: The Game-Changing Power of Outsourcing and Virtual Assistants

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Mastering Instagram for Photographers: Insider Tips for Social Media Success

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Diving Deep into the Art of Storytelling with Mari Trancoso

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Elevating Your Photography Business With Unforgettable Client Experiences

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Leveraging Social Media For Your Art: A Conversation with Shane Lance

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Spilling Secrets to Longevity in the Photography Industry with Jennifer Moher

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Navigating Industry Challenges with Wedding Photographer Daniel Kim

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Building an Inspiring Community with Jamie Findlay

126

Inside Scoop into the Music Industry from Creative Director Jacqueline Day

127

The Art of Albums & Elevating The Client Experience with Shaun Austin Gordon

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Tackling The Entrepreneurial Stigma in Photography with Alora Rachelle

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The Director's Spotlight: A Deep Dive Into Lighting in Filmmaking

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Finding Your Roots & Unearthing Passion in Photography with Marisha Shanti Kelly

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Embracing Artistic Freedom in Wedding Filmmaking with Mark Brown

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Stories from our Intimate Wedding Journey

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Building a Sustainable Photography Business with Outsourcing

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Elevating Your Client Experience with Miles Boyer

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Embracing Creativity, Motherhood, and a Jungle Paradise

136

Exploring the Art of Film Photography with Jake Tovar

137

Crafting Authentic Brand Identities with Leelou from Studio Leelou

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Exploring the World of Destination Wedding Photography with Lilly & Vic

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Unlocking the Power of Online Courses with Jai Long

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Finding Inspiration & Pursuing Passions with Wyat Taylor

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Countdown to 'I Do': Inside Our Wedding Planning Adventure

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Embracing Diversity in Photography with Devinee Stroud

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Prioritizing People Over Profit with Jon Taylor Sweet

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