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Use the code magic for 20% off of the first year on any monthly plan in Cloudspot! Have you noticed a hole in your workflow and client’s experience when it comes to delivering photos? This company has become known for being the fastest, easiest, and most customizable way for photographers to deliver and sell their work […]
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As a self-employed entrepreneur going through this pandemic married to another self-employed entrepreneur, I’m hoping to help others in the same situation whether through just encouragement, advice or even camaraderie as right now things are so uncertain and unpredictable! Before I give my suggestions for getting through this time, I have to first say that […]
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Big news: the Catherine Guidry Youtube channel is here! To kick things off, I’m sharing a full look inside my photography gear for wedding days.
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If you’re a wedding photographer, chances are you’ve experienced the dreaded post-wedding hangover: that sore, achy feeling when you wake up the morning after a wedding feeling like you’ve been run over by a truck. That’s not to mention those double-header wedding weekends! I strongly believe that your health is one of the most important […]
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If you’re working a 9-5 and dreaming of being a photographer, grab your notebook and your favorite pen – this episode is for you! I’m trying something new with this episode that I’m thrilled for you to listen in on: I recorded a mentoring call with a local photographer, Alison Arikol, who’s in the beginning […]
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Now that I’ve been in the photography business for more than ten years, I’ve felt a call in my heart to lift up photographers with the knowledge & experience I’ve gained over the past decade.
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Want to upgrade your client experience for the price of an iced coffee? CloudSpot has you covered!
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On this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, we’re featuring Holdfast’s visionary Matthew Swaggart. Timing is everything in life. For Matthew, his timing couldn’t have been more perfect for the invention and creation of the Holdfast product line. If you’ve ever seen a photographer wearing those harness-like leather straps at a session or event, Swaggart is […]
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As a photographer, business owner, and entrepreneur I am constantlly looking for ways to better my business! Recently, I had the privilege of speaking for Black River Imaging at their WPPI booth! The Topic: “Selling With or Without a Studio.” I journeyed through a time of meeting in coffee shops, then to renting my own office space, […]
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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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The Mistakes Make Magic podcast is a podcast designed to give wedding photographers and creative entrepreneurs entertainment and lessons learned.
Whether we are blending into the event experience or assisting to find the best light, the wedding day is where we create authentic and emotion-filled moments.
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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.