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Summer School - A Photography + Creative Podcast — 131 episodes

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

2

A Better Way to Think About Branding: World Building

3

From Wedding Photographers to Set Designers with Jada and David

4

Weddings Aren’t Content Machines with Chris Denner

5

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

6

How to Pose Couples as a Wedding Photographer with Summer Grace

7

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

8

Balancing Creativity and Business as a Photographer with Tom Wright

9

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

10

Destination Weddings, Adventure Couples, and Composition with Jordan Voth

11

10 Things Photographers Should Do in the Off Season

12

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

13

Building Community as a Photographer with Alex Nena

14

Building a Sustainable Wedding Photography Business with Susan Stripling

15

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

16

Ins and Outs of 2026 for Photographers

17

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

18

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

19

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

20

The Soft Skills Every Wedding Photographer Needs with Marina Polovinkina

21

Wedding Photography & Creating On Youtube: A Chat with Magic

22

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

23

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

24

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

25

Life Updates: Moving, Workshops, and Family Sessions

26

Directing, Shooting, and Dreaming Bigger with Tiana Michele

27

Concert Photographer & Camera Creator: A Chat with Christina Demertzi

28

From Creator to Educator: Finding Your Voice with Noella Andres

29

Life Updates and Live Q+A

30

AI for Creators and Professionals: Practical Insights with Nathaniel Reagan

31

Mastering Flash Photography with Laura Shepherd

32

The Vendor Table: Honest Wedding Photography Conversations

33

Finding Your Style and Staying Inspired in Photography with Brandon Woelfel

34

How Community Can Transform Your Photography Career with James Wolf

35

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

36

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

37

Fashion and Editorial Photography: A Chat with Rita Buša

38

How to Break Into Editorial Wedding Photography with Lucia Wallace

39

What You Need to Know to Shoot Your First Wedding

40

Photography Hot Takes from Threads

41

Building a Business on Instagram in 2025

42

The Truth About Personal Branding as a Photographer with Andrew Keher

43

This New Flash Might Be a Game Changer

44

My Thoughts After Attending the Biggest Creative Conference in NYC

45

Building a Luxury Wedding Photography Brand with Chris J. Evans

46

Cinematic Storytelling in Couples Photography with Layni Becker

47

Building a Photography Business That Actually Lasts with Lindsay Coulter

48

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

49

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

50

My Inside Scoop on HoneyBook's New AI Features

51

What I Wish I Knew About Light as a Beginner

52

Film, Travel, and Destination Weddings with Tucker House

53

Falling Back in Love with Digital Photography

54

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

55

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

56

Photography Then vs. Now: A Conversation with Vanessa Joy

57

Lessons from Attending a Photography Conference

58

Building Genuine Brand Connections with Miles Witt Boyer

59

All Things AI with Taylor Nixon from Narrative

60

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

61

All Things Summer School: The Membership

62

Advice Column: You Asked I Answered

63

Photography Hot Takes with Summer and Jake: Part 3

64

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

65

Off-Season Grind: Set Yourself Up for Success

66

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

67

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

68

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

69

A Guide to Cinematic Storytelling with Hannah Kutner

70

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

71

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

72

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

73

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

74

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

75

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

76

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

77

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

78

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

79

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

80

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

81

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

82

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

83

You Asked I Answered: Photography Questions Straight From Instagram

84

Jon Taylor Sweet: The Art of Relationships in Photography

85

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

86

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

87

Podcast Party: Live Photography Q&A

88

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

89

Perfect Your Posing: Pro Tips from Summer Grace

90

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

91

Photography Hot Takes with Summer and Jake: Part Two

92

Instagram Reels Mastery: Success Tips for Photographers with Angela Shae

93

Behind the Scenes at Nikon's Creator Camp

94

Summer Camp 2024: A Recap

95

Starting a Photography Business: 10 Tips from Summer Grace

96

Stories and Insights from My Mom, Sylvia Freeman

97

Mastering Travel Wedding Photography with Summer and Jake

98

Embracing Change and Creativity: A Conversation with Hailey Faria

99

Photography Hot Takes with Summer and Jake

100

A Journey Through Creative Portraiture with Michael Betzner

101

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

102

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

103

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

104

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

105

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

106

Mastering Instagram for Photographers: Insider Tips for Social Media Success

107

Diving Deep into the Art of Storytelling with Mari Trancoso

108

Elevating Your Photography Business With Unforgettable Client Experiences

109

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

110

Spilling Secrets to Longevity in the Photography Industry with Jennifer Moher

111

Navigating Industry Challenges with Wedding Photographer Daniel Kim

112

Building an Inspiring Community with Jamie Findlay

113

Inside Scoop into the Music Industry from Creative Director Jacqueline Day

114

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

115

Tackling The Entrepreneurial Stigma in Photography with Alora Rachelle

116

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

117

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

118

Embracing Artistic Freedom in Wedding Filmmaking with Mark Brown

119

Stories from our Intimate Wedding Journey

120

Building a Sustainable Photography Business with Outsourcing

121

Elevating Your Client Experience with Miles Boyer

122

Embracing Creativity, Motherhood, and a Jungle Paradise

123

Exploring the Art of Film Photography with Jake Tovar

124

Crafting Authentic Brand Identities with Leelou from Studio Leelou

125

Exploring the World of Destination Wedding Photography with Lilly & Vic

126

Unlocking the Power of Online Courses with Jai Long

127

Finding Inspiration & Pursuing Passions with Wyat Taylor

128

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

129

Embracing Diversity in Photography with Devinee Stroud

130

Prioritizing People Over Profit with Jon Taylor Sweet

131

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