Creative Campfire: Conversations for Creative Entrepreneurs
Episodes
The Photo Glossary, Set Culture, and the Soft Skills No One Teaches with Sam Cornwall
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN IN THE GOAL SETTING WORKSHOP JAN 7 & 8use code GOALCHASER20 at checkout to save $20 til Dec 31, 2025In this episode of Creative Campfire, ...
EP 20: From NHL to NBA: Lighting the Path in Pro Sports as a photographer with Amanda J. Cain
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Campfire, Shelly sits down with powerhouse sports photographer Amanda J. Cain, the first Black female team photographer in...
EP18: Manifestation, Momentum & Making It in Philly with Photographer PJ Agbay
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"We're all work in progress... We're always, growing. That's why I like to show the imperfections in a lot of my photography. I like ...
Don't Charge What Your Worth with Money Behaviorist Jacquette Timmons
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jacquette M. Timmons and I dive into the complexities of pricing in the creative industry. In this engaging conversation, Jacquette shares her unique ...
Exploring Deeper Themes of Life with Zach Ancell
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Ancell “fell” into photography while running track at the University of Oregon, snapping photos of his teammates that eventually sparked a co...
Life and Learnings of a Muralist with Phoebe Nelson Pandr Design Co
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Phoebe Nelson of Pandrd Design Co shares her journey from in house graphic designer to full time muralist (yes that's painting co...
Life + Identity Transitions, AI and Future of Creativity with Jamie Kingham
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Kingham is a renowned lifestyle commercial photographer based in Reno, celebrated for his dynamic and engaging visual storytelling. With over tw...
Embracing Change and the Fear of Stagnation
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Around the campfire today I have an engaging conversation with Colorado based, outdoor lifestyle photographer Ryan Dearth.He shares his journey from a...
Art as Therapy: Unleashing Creativity for Mental Wellness with Mike Brennan
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Mike Brennan, a creator and communicator who tells stories on pages and stages. In this episode, we delve i...
Pricing: A Designer's Dilemma (Hourly Billing)
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Lauren and Shelly discuss a project and pricing challenge faced by a design friend of Lauren's. They explore strate...
Pitching: Mindset and What do you Send with Rachel Korinek
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Mastering the Art of Pitching in Photography with Rachel KorinekKeywords: photography, pitching, client communication, ghosting, networking, m...
Ben Moore London Photographer Journey to find his Niche | Partnerships, Meta Glasses, and moore
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Moore is now known for his incredible architectural urban landscapes. But he didn't start out photographing buildings. His winding journey to ...
Fireside chat: Tom Crooke — From $500 and a Camera to Full-Time Video | Mistakes, Contracts, and Turning Points
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever think about the one moment that changed your whole creative path?For Tom Crooke, it started with $500 from his grandfather. Instead of spending i...
The Money Shift with Xanthe Appleyard
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m calling this one The Money Shift—because that’s exactly what Xanthe Appleyard of Oh Sierra has been living. From “sweet, let me buy that”...
Campfire Convo: Jenny Flores on Money, Mindset & a New Model for VC
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We don't talk enough about money as creatives and photographers. This is more than pricing, this is the mindset, habits, and lessons we learned fr...
Wide and Deep Convo: AI, Kickstarter and Publishing a book with Creative Director Chris Wojcicki
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shelly met Chris at Creative Supper Club dinner in Los Angeles, thanks to Caydie McCumber. They happened to sit next to each and quickly found common ...
Campfire Questions: Student Edition: Round Two
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is full of insights on:Burn Out; how burnt is your toast, will depend on what action steps and how much time you will need to reco...
Campfire Questions, Student Edition: Answering Your Big Questions (Part 1)
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re kicking off a two-part series inspired by a thoughtful list of questions Lauren received from a photography student. We dive ...
CRM or Studio Management - What's right for you?
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Hubbard and I dive into why she's moving away from her current studio management system. It's a clear reason, and that leads us into ta...
BYOB - Welcome to the Campfire
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the kick off episode of Creative Campfire pod where we talk about life as a creative entrepernuer. Your campsite hosts, Shelly Waldman and ...