Professional Photographer

Unlock the secret sauce for lasting photo business success, as Pat Miller sits down with creative innovator Rich Johnson. Discover how “creative R&D” can explode both your portfolio and your bottom line, even if you’re burning out or stuck in a rut.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:56) - Burnout and the experiment that changed everything(08:55) - Overcoming fear and taking creative risks(24:42) - Turning creativity into higher-paying clientsConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Rich Johnson ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X

Ready to ditch frustration and finally make AI your photography ally? Pat Miller sits down with Adobe product manager and Sony Artisan of Imagery Katrin Eismann to shatter myths and show you how AI can supercharge your workflow without sacrificing authenticity or artistry.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:04) - Why AI feels overwhelming(11:28) - AI changes shooting and editing(22:32) - Why photographers adopt AIConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Katrin Eismann ⬇LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram

Photographers, are your online image proofs costing you more than you realize? Pat Miller dives straight into the revenue-killing screenshot epidemic with volume photography expert Carl Bott.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:41) - The screenshot theft problem(08:49) - AI watermark removal is accelerating(12:55) - What happens when clients get caughtConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Carl Bott ⬇Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook

Ready to discover the business model that lets you do what you love and actually enjoy your life? Host Pat Miller sits down with Jen Hillenga, acclaimed NYC dog photographer, to reveal how passion, profit, and purpose can coexist even after creative burnout.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:28) - From running a large studio to total burnout(11:32) - Creating a unique dog photography style(25:54) - How free sessions fueled rapid business growthConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jen Hillenga ⬇LinkedIn | Instagram | Website

Are boutique photographers missing out on untapped income by avoiding volume work? In this episode, Pat Miller pulls back the curtain as Carl Caylor reveals how adding volume photography can elevate—not dilute—your luxury studio brand.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:51) - Why volume photography doesn’t mean sacrificing quality(12:38) - How to separate your volume and boutique brands(20:01) - How volume work improves your photography skillsConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Carl Caylor ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram | Portraiture Unplugged: Natural Light Photography

Step into the rarefied world of luxury weddings, as Pat Miller uncovers the real formula for high-ticket artistry with elite photographer Chris J. Evans. Think “luxury” is just a price tag? Think again! In this episode, Chris reveals that luxury is a paradigm—an immersive experience fueled by earned confidence and masterful service.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:30) - Why luxury is more than just price(05:55) - Adapting your brand for high-end clients(19:15) - Real example of luxury client experienceConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Chris J. Evans ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

Ever wondered what it takes not just to survive, but thrive for 50 years in the photography industry? Pat Miller sits down with volume photography authority David Grupa to reveal the game-changing shifts and timeless fundamentals that keep a business relevant, no matter the decade.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(07:40) - Transition from Paper to Online Sales(14:03) - Don’t Compete on Price in Volume Photography(29:49) - Consistent Marketing Wins Long-term ClientsConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with David Grupa ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Is your photography business ready for the next curveball? Pat Miller sits down with industry powerhouse Carrie Wilds for an actionable episode on evolving your studio beyond weddings and future-proofing your work.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:58) - Why corporate work and headshots are more profitable(14:48) - Why you should expand before you need to(18:25) - How to add services without confusing your brandConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Carrie Wildes ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Facebook

Ready to rediscover your passion and break out of creative ruts? Join Pat Miller as he sits down with award-winning photographer Larry Lourcey for an inspiring episode about the transformative power of personal projects.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(13:21) - The emotional story behind “The One Thing” project and the photograph that contributed to an Emmy‑winning news feature.(28:00) - A tough critique that changed how Larry approaches creativity and artistic growth.(30:58) - Larry’s advice for photographers starting a personal project: don’t wait for the perfect idea, start creating now.Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Larry Lourcey ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | X | The Fiddle

Are you still editing photos the hard way? In this power-packed episode, Pat Miller welcomes Adobe’s Principal Digital Imaging Evangelist, Julieanne Kost, to reveal the Lightroom and Photoshop secrets that today’s most productive photographers swear by.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:04) -Build a Consistent Post-Shoot Workflow(11:23) - One-Click AI Masking in Lightroom(14:48) - Photoshop Generative Fill for Faster EditingConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Julieanne Kost ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | X

Ready to make your senior portrait sessions unforgettable and your business stand out in a crowded market? Pat Miller sits down with Jaimy Ellis, headshot photographer and a master at creating inclusive and confidence-boosting experiences for high school seniors, a skill that’s become her competitive advantage.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:08) - Why the experience matters more than the photos(09:14) - Authenticity builds trust, and trust leads to more natural, confident portraits.(15:04) - Confidence in portraits comes from a supportive experience—not just technical skill.Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jaimy Ellis ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok

Ready to save time, answer every client inquiry, and rocket your productivity? In this powerful episode, Pat Miller hosts AI trailblazer Garon Cooper live from Imaging USA 2026 to reveal how cutting-edge tools are forever transforming modern photography businesses.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:17) – Should photographers be afraid of AI?(15:45) – AI receptionists and never missing a lead again(23:22) – Prompting better to get smarter AI responsesConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Garon Cooper ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Are you ready to finally break free from worrying about your photography prices and start elevating your client experience? Pat Miller sits down with luxury sales expert Jeffrey Shaw for a paradigm-shifting episode on why every photographer is already in the luxury market and how the way you sell emotions, and transformation can make price irrelevant.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(07:42) – You’re not competing with other photographers(10:40) – Transformation is the new luxury(27:35) – Why “great” isn’t good enough anymore and how to create exceptional client bonds that drive repeat business.Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jeffrey Shaw ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Step into the future of photography productivity as Pat Miller welcomes headshot photographer and AI educator Kira Derryberry for an eye-opening episode packed with actionable ChatGPT strategies.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(06:00) – Prompting Smarter: Begin with the End in Mind(12:30) – Project folders and Building your Business Brain(22:28) – Agent Mode: Letting AI Complete Tasks for YouConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Kira Derryberry ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram

Ready to level up your studio’s success? Pat Miller sits down with award-winning photographer Amy Pezzicara for an inside look at the business strategies that separate good studios from great ones.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:42) — Diversifying genres to survive economic downturns(29:00) — Redefining success beyond income(30:28) — Why investing early matters more than buying gearConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Amy Pezzicara ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook

What if just one strategic move could turn your photography business from stagnant to unstoppable? On this episode, Pat Miller sits down with headshot specialist Glynns Thomas, who reveals how zeroing in on a vertical transformed her studio into the go-to choice for Sacramento’s top firms.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(08:04) — Using LinkedIn as a networking engine(23:54) — Creating confidence for every subject photographed(26:52) — Why building confidence fills a corporate culture gapConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with *insert guest name here* ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Ready to take your photography business far beyond “point-and-shoot”? Pat Miller brings renowned photo booth expert Jamie Cobb to the show for a firsthand look at turning fun event photo ops into lasting, high-paying client relationships.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(05:20) — How one headshot session turned into a long-term McDonald’s corporate partnership(14:26) — Premium photo booth add-ons (magnets, keepsakes) that instantly raise event package value(22:52) — New photo booth trends photographers should know plexiglass, fog effects, lenticular, and film comebackConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jamie Cobb ⬇Website | Instagram | Facebook

What do you do when your thriving photography studio suddenly faces a 20% drop in revenue and panic starts to creep in? Pat Miller dives deep with industry expert Nate Peterson to reveal how a high-performing studio navigates the unpredictable valleys of entrepreneurship.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:13) – What it feels like when momentum suddenly stops(06:54) – Realizing the studio was projected 20% down(17:03) – Making up the 20% and finishing the year strongConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Nate Peterson ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Unlock the future of photography and your edge in the industry as Pat Miller sits down with innovative portrait artist Fred Agho for a lively, unfiltered look at the young guns shaking up the photo world—and what you need to steal from their playbook.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(08:16) – Younger photographers embrace AI and creative risk(17:44) – Shooting for social vs shooting for print(25:00) – What photographers must adopt: speed, AI, efficiencyConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Fred Agho ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Facebook

Ready to unlock a high-conversion system that delivers unforgettable customer experiences and record-breaking sales—all in a single day? Pat Miller welcomes studio sales expert Adam Mueller, who reveals his streamlined “same day” sales formula that’s transforming how photographers work and sell.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:18) – Same-day portrait session + ordering explained(07:19) – Emotion and clarity create better decisions(12:50) – The Dream Walk: guiding wall art choicesConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Adam Mueller ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

What if the people closest to you are holding back your business dreams? In this powerful episode, Pat Miller welcomes keynote speaker and owner of Foureva Media, Jamar Jones, to expose the game-changing truth: your network can either propel you forward or keep you stuck in imposter syndrome and lost opportunities.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:53) - Champions vs. vampires: auditing your circle(05:57) - The credibility gap and why opportunities aren’t showing up(19:40) - Content vs “showbiz”: making your brand worth watchingConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jamar Jones ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Book

Ready to ditch burnout and elevate your studio to high performer status? Host Pat Miller sits down with portrait expert Meghan Doll for an episode that tackles one of the toughest entrepreneurial moves, raising your rates and transforming your client experience.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:24) – Why raising rates was long overdue(06:22) – Raising prices by over 120%(12:40) – Investing $20K to elevate the studio experienceConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Meghan Doll ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

Money stress is killing your creative spark and it’s time to break the cycle. Pat Miller brings in legendary business author and speaker Mike Michalowicz for a show-stopping episode that will change the way you think about personal and business finances forever.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(06:10) - Financial independence vs financial freedom(12:03) - The personal-business money trap(26:54) - A quick 24-hour money win you can tryConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Mike Michalowicz ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Check out his ✨NEW✨ book, 'The Money Habit'

Ready to make your art the foundation of a thriving business but find yourself stuck in the “hustle” cycle, doubting your value or pricing? In this game-changing episode, Pat Miller and clinical psychotherapist-turned-advisor Kelly Ruta dive into the real reason photographer's stall: the internal mindset that either drives or destroys your external success.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(13:58) - Why learning without discernment keeps photographers stuck(21:05) - Zone of genius vs. self-worth: why you can charge more(24:28) - Handling critique without internalizing itConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Kelly Ruta ⬇LinkedIn | Website

Nashville isn’t just a city—it’s a musical experience, and this episode brings it right to your headphones. Pat Miller welcomes Chris Blair, owner of The Listening Room Cafe, to reveal what happens when the stories behind the songs take center stage at Imaging USA.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(00:26) - Nashville Comes to Imaging USA(03:30) - The Chris Stapleton Moment(08:17) - Your Perfect Nashville Night + The Future of MusicConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Chris Blair ⬇Instagram | Website | The Listening Room Cafe

Are you an artist first and a business owner second? You’re not alone—and the wedding industry’s current downturn is hitting creative professionals hard. In this episode, Pat Miller joins forces with wedding photography experts Mandy Wright and Esteban Gill to reveal how true artists can stay afloat—and even thrive—when bookings slow and trends rapidly shift.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:31) - Travel weddings and the reality behind the glamour(08:16) - Why wedding bookings have slowed down(23:08) - Why nostalgic, imperfect wedding images are backConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Mandy Wright ⬇Website | Instagram | FacebookConnect with Esteban Gil ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram

Is your growing photography studio draining your energy and your bank account? Pat Miller and Fractional CFO Tricia M. Taitt break down the “money team” evolution that every ambitious business owner needs to thrive.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(10:16) - Why a strong financial core matters for scaling and exit planning(25:14) - Strengthen your financial core to improve performance (the FinCore idea)(28:21) - How childhood money stories shape your business decisions todayConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Tricia Taitt ⬇LinkedIn | Book a Financial Consultation

SEO doesn’t have to be a dark art! Join Pat Miller and tech-savvy marketing strategist Myrna Daramy, who is the founder of Myrna & Co, for a game-changing episode packed with clarity, actionable insights, and expert tips on amplifying your photography studio’s online visibility, without spending a dime.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:01) - What SEO Really Means(07:35) - The Rise of AI-Generated Content (14:01) - Writing Rich, Context-Filled Content That Ranks Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Myrna Daramy ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Are you hiding your business failures, fearing they'll scare away clients? Matt Shoup proves that the story you’re most embarrassed to share can be your ultimate trust-building asset.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:10) - How Getting Fired Led to Entrepreneurship(07:33) - The Client Who Asked, “Tell Me About a Time You Screwed Up”(17:38) - Turning an Embarrassing Story into a Sales StrategyConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Matt Shoup ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Books | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

Are you tired of feeling lost in the social media ocean, mimicking big accounts but never seeing real growth? Pat Miller chats with portrait photographer Jean Carlo Peñaloza to challenge the copycat mindset and reveal how you can build an authentic, thriving content brand that actually sounds like you.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(06:16) - The lonely early stages of content creation and why persistence builds real connections.  (12:41) - Why authenticity matters and how your true voice shapes your brand.  (20:34) - How embracing mistakes helps you become a stronger, more confident creator.  Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jean Carlo Peñaloza ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Ready to level up the joy AND profitability in your wedding photography business? Pat Miller sits down with international wedding photography powerhouse Terri Baskin for an episode jam-packed with real-world strategies for client selection, managing family chaos, and winning at the “wedding machine. "Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:10) - Finding and vetting the right wedding clients(13:13) - Handling uncooperative families with grace(31:13) - Educate, communicate, listen, and be joyfulConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Terri Baskin ⬇Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | X

Are you ready to unlock the hidden potential in every moment behind the camera? Pat Miller is joined by best-selling author, acclaimed keynote speaker, and personal development coach Brant Menswar, who reveals how photographers can transform fleeting memories into powerful drivers of personal and professional growth.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:45) - Finding Purpose After Tragedy(09:30) - The BUMP Framework: Belonging, Understanding, Meaning, Purpose(15:44) - How Photographers Can Capture Purpose on PurposeConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Brant Menswar ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Podcast | Instagram

Ready to pack your calendar with high-value portrait sessions—without spending a fortune on ads? Pat Miller welcomes portrait, sports, and school photographer Leroy Tademy to reveal how volume photography, from sports teams to school headshots, can be the secret engine behind a thriving senior portrait business. Most photographers chase new clients with costly campaigns, but Leroy has built his studio by flipping this tired model, creating hundreds of leads from every volume shoot!Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:21) - Reducing ad spend with relationship-based marketing(16:34) - The cap and gown strategy that converts clients(18:45) - Where photographers go wrong with volume to portraitConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Leroy Tademy ⬇Website | YouTube | Instagram

Is your photography business feeling the squeeze from today’s unstable economy? Pat Miller welcomes renowned UK photographer Scott Johnson to reveal how working pros can successfully navigate market uncertainty and keep their businesses thriving, even when bookings slow down.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:17) - Focus on What You Can Control(10:40) - Pivoting to Portraits(18:20) - Smarter Sales & Payment PlansConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Scott Johnson ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram

Are you feeling stuck, uninspired, or questioning why your work even matters? Pat Miller sits down with keynote speaker and purpose-driven leader Matt Emerzian to help photographers reconnect to the joy, impact, and deeper meaning of their craft.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:29) - What 'Mattering' Means for Photographers(06:43) - The 'I Matter, You Matter, We Matter' Mindset Explained(14:25) - 'I Matter, But It’s Not About Me': Redefining SuccessConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Matt Emerzian ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram

Facing a sluggish photography market and feeling that anxiety in your gut about how you’ll pay the bills? Pat Miller sits down with wedding photographer Teshorn Jackson to pull back the curtain on what most pros won’t admit: sometimes, success means picking up a side job to protect your business and your family. Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(07:13) - The Pride Problem Around Getting a Job(12:49) - Rethinking “Full-Time Photographer” Success(19:58) - Managing Money and the Profit First MindsetConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Teshorn Jackson ⬇Website | Instagram

What if the camera could capture more than just an image? What if it could change how someone sees themselves forever? Join host Pat Miller and internationally renowned boudoir photographer Christina "Tina" Meerloo for an eye-opening episode that explores boudoir as a powerful tool for personal healing and empowerment.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:12) - Discovering Boudoir’s Transformative Power(10:49) - Healing, Reclamation, and Confidence(23:50) - The Female Gaze & EmpowermentConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Christina "Tina" Meerloo ⬇Website | Instagram | Linktree

Step inside the studio with Sophia Barrett and discover the secret sauce that creates truly unforgettable portraits and it’s not just about camera settings. Pat Miller welcomes Sophia, a trailblazing Atlanta portrait photographer, to reveal how shooting “in flow” can unlock artistic breakthroughs and empower both photographer and subject.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(01:43) - Sophia’s mission: empowering women through portraiture(18:07) - Empowering women while balancing business realities(22:32) - How raising prices transformed her photography businessConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Sophia Barrett ⬇Website | Instagram | Linktree

Imagine skyrocketing your influence and income as a photographer, all by mastering YouTube. In this episode, Pat Miller sits down with beauty & portrait photographer Miguel Quiles, revealing the "recipes" behind building a thriving content channel that sets you apart in a noisy market.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:19) – From portraits to YouTube content(09:46) – The truth about thumbnails(14:47) – Advice for aspiring YouTubers(20:00) – Why audiences want YOU, not just the gearConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Miguel Quiles ⬇Website | Facebook | InstagramThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Today's saturated content landscape makes it harder than ever to stand out—until you learn the power of genuine storytelling and strategic business skills. Nate reveals how his outdoor passion, business acumen, and unfiltered social presence shaped a career where brands seek him out and fans feel like they know him before they meet him.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:35) - Storytelling as the foundation of your brand(08:32) - The moment Nate realized photography has real commercial value(15:28) - Why business skills matter as much as the photosConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Nate Luebbe ⬇Website | YouTube | Instagram | FacebookThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Ready to turn your passion for gear and tech into a thriving online presence, without losing your sanity? Pat Miller digs deep with YouTube filmmaker and photographer Sidney Diongzon to reveal what really goes into mastering content creation and scaling your influence.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:26) - Why gear reviews resonate with creators(08:57) - Building a system to stay productive(15:12) - How a simple, fun video went viralConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Sidney Diongzon ⬇LinkedIn | YouTube | Website | Instagram | Facebook | XThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Are you still relying on photos to market your photography business? In an era of vanishing attention spans, Braxton Holley reveals why video is your new secret weapon. As consumer habits shift, photographers face a critical dilemma—adapt to video-first platforms or get left behind. Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:30) - The secret to hooking your audience fast(07:09) - Choosing the right platform for growth(16:18) - How to spark creativity and stay inspiredConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Braxton Holley ⬇LinkedIn | YouTube | InstagramThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Step into the wild and creative world of landscape photography as Pat Miller welcomes the trailblazing Autumn Schrock. Discover how a childhood love for Spider-Man (and Peter Parker’s Day job!) helped Autumn craft a thriving career capturing the natural world's beauty—and empowered her to inspire photographers everywhere.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:00) - The Mount Rainier Breakthrough(07:29) - Teaching Workshops Around the World(09:48) - Women in Photography & Sony Alpha Female+Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Autumn Schrock ⬇Website | Instagram | FacebookThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Struggling to balance your passion for content creation with personal fulfillment and family time? Pat Miller sits down with multi-talented creator Zach Mayfield to reveal the behind-the-scenes mindset and methods that help him scale his influence—without sacrificing what matters most.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:40) - Faith, Family & Work Balance(09:14) - Gear That Protects Your Work(12:16) - Playing the Long GameConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Zach Mayfield ⬇Website | YouTube | Discord | InstagramThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

What if your passion for photography could catapult you from smartphone snapshots to shooting Bentleys and traveling the world—all by learning from YouTube and taking bold chances? On this episode, Pat sits down with commercial, travel, and automotive photographer Max Loewenstein to reveal how self-taught creators can break into high-profile gigs and stand out in a flooded market.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(08:08) - Blending Travel and Automotive Photography(11:01) - Standing Out in a Saturated Market(14:15) - Shooting for the Brands You WantConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Max Loewenstein ⬇Website | Instagram | LinkedInThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Are you dreaming of capturing breathtaking landscapes like a pro? International photographer Paige Tingey joins Pat Miller for an electrifying, no-holds-barred masterclass on how the world’s best images are truly made.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(13:10) - Stay positive when conditions aren’t ideal(13:50) - Three natural light types for landscapes(14:44) - Lighting influences how Paige edits each photoConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Paige Tingey ⬇Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Are you prepared to amplify your visibility and draw in your ideal audience? In this must-listen episode, Pat Miller sits down with acclaimed content creator Chris Brockhurst to reveal how photographers can amplify their influence and build a loyal following—no matter where you’re starting.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(07:32) - Growing Comfortable on Camera (09:18) - The Power of Storytelling (10:20) - Passion Over ObligationConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Chris Brockhurst ⬇Website | Instagram | YouTube | FacebookThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony

Are your sales hitting an invisible ceiling? Pat Miller welcomes boudoir photographer and business coach Lori Unruh Poole to reveal why ditching the classic “bronze, silver, gold” packages might be the secret to unstoppable growth.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:21) - Why Top Packages Limit Your Growth (16:27) - Giving Each Product a Purpose (28:58) - Common Mistakes When Going Package-Free Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Lori Unruh Poole ⬇Website | Facebook | Facebook Group | Instagram | YouTube

Learn the Photography Marketing Strategies That Actually WorkStop chasing algorithm hacks and start using proven marketing techniques for photographers. In this episode, award-winning photographer and educator Bob Coates shares timeless tactics to help wedding photographers, portrait photographers, and commercial pros attract premium clients, increase referrals, and build a thriving photography business.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(05:22) - Press Releases that Work(13:38) - Vendor Partnerships(17:49) - Premium Pricing Advantage Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Bob Coates ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram

What if the most profitable version of your photography career starts by tuning into your creative voice instead of chasing trends?In this episode of The Professional Photographer Podcast, host Pat Miller sits down with photographer, educator, and breast cancer survivor Mitzi Starkweather. Mitzi shares how surviving cancer and confronting burnout led her to redefine her identity, launch the “As I Am” portrait project, and cut her workload while growing her income.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:34) - Burnout, Cancer, & Rediscovering identity(08:05) - Launching the "As I Am" Raw Project(23:31) -Daily Check-In Practice: "Today Was a Good Day" Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Mitzi Starkweather ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok