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Here you will find a variety of inspiration, educational content for photographers and a mix of personal content as well as updates on what we're currently photographing.
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We all know that family portraits can be a little intimidating as the photographer. 😅 There’s a big group of people, family dynamics, and ultimately, everyone’s looking at YOU to tell them what they need to do and where they need to go to look their best! If you’ve felt this way before, don’t sweat […]
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When you become a photographer who wants to book more clients and serve people well, you automatically become a business owner. If you want to own a successful wedding photography business, you’ll want to know how to run a business successfully. One of the most important ways to do this is to create a wow-worthy […]
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I know you’re probably thinking, “Cat, it can’t be that easy.” It’s not easy, and it definitely doesn’t happen overnight. It also doesn’t happen without taking EXCELLENT care of your clients. There are ways you can be consistent and intentional with your business to become more profitable and sustainable. I started my business in 2008 […]
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When you start offering your photography services, you’re likely just going to be excited to get paid anything to do something you love. But as your photography business grows , you’ll need to start thinking about pricing so you make money on your time and effort. Plus, when you price yourself correctly, you attract the […]
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Wondering why planners aren’t referring you? Do you want to build connections with planners and venues so that you can get referrals?? There’s an art to really building up a referral relationship with these folks, so I’m going to share the biggest reasons wedding planners aren’t referring you —and how to get started so you can […]
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Are you unsure of what to wear to shoot your first wedding? Are you interested in hearing some tips that will elevate your shooting experience at your next event? Then this episode is for you! At the beginning of my wedding photography career, I made plenty of wardrobe mistakes… now, 10+ years later, I’ve collected […]
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Planning + Design – Mint Julep Productions | Prep Location: UL Alumni House | Ceremony Venue – Ascension of Lafayette | Reception Venue – Bride’s residence | Photographer – Catherine Guidry | Videographer – Studio Vieux Carre | Catering – Mazens Grill | Florist – Doris Ione | Band – A Town A List | […]
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Planning+Design : Elyse Jennings Weddings | Photography : Catherine Guidry | Videography : Oak and Parish | Dressing Location : Windsor Court | Ceremony Venue St. Alphonsus | Reception Venue: Il Mercato | Florist : Bella Blooms Floral | Catering: Joel Catering | Wedding Cake : Chasing Wang | Groom’s cake : Haydels Bakery | […]
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Prepare to be inspired as we journey through the captivating world of award-winning artist and passionate photographer, Elizabeth Messina. A master of intimate portraiture, Elizabeth has honed her craft to create powerful, intimate images, where the essence of her subjects shines through. Starting with photographing friends and family, Elizabeth has grown as an artist, overcoming […]
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The decision to scale a photography business is not one to be taken lightly. There are several factors to consider, and many photographers grapple with the question of when and how to expand. The latest episode of our podcast tackles this topic head-on, providing insights from successful professionals who have successfully scaled their businesses. One […]
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There are a lot of differences between zoom lenses and prime lenses, especially in photography. Knowing the differences between the lenses will help you decide which lens is best to use in the different types of situations that may come up in your wedding photography business. When deciding which type of lens to shoot with, […]
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During my 15 years of wedding photography, I have tried quite a few different styles of camera bags for carrying my equipment to a wedding. I know that it is a personal choice and it really needs to meet the needs that you have! I can’t make the decision for you, but I can help […]
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When I switched from doing my wedding photography business part time to full time, it was scary! I felt a lot of anxiety about it. There was a lot of planning and strategies involved. I can identify with the uncertainty and questions you may have about making the decision to transition. First and foremost, you […]
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Determining your base pricing for your wedding photography business is so personal and can get really complex. Before I go into a lot of detail about pricing, I want you to know that there is a free pricing guide available in the description for you to download. I am going to go over the factors […]
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It's not easy balancing all the things, especially as a wedding photographer. When you're a passion-driven person, it's hard. I can relate to this which is why I'm dedicated to helping photographers strike that perfect balance between work and personal life.