Photography Side Hustle
Episodes
5 Ideas for a Successful Business
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 203- 5 ideas that will help you be a successful photographer.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/203Kit - Set up a free ac...
Making Money as a Photographer
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 202 - Different genres of photography that you can earn money shooting.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/202Kit - Set up...
Which lenses do you need
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 201 - Find out why you need to buy professional glass.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/201Kit - Set up a free account w...
Mirrorless or DSLR
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 200 - Which is best for you, Mirrorless or a DSLR?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/200Kit - Set up a free account with ...
Did AI Just Kill Product Photography?
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 199 - AI is starting to make certain genres obsolete.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/199F-Stoppers VideoGoogle Nano Ba...
How to Talk to Customers
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 198 - How to sell your work if you are an introvert.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/198The Photoshop for Photographers...
Selling Landscape and Street Photography
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 197 - How to sell your work if you are an introvert.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/197The Photoshop for Photographers...
Profit First, Keeping Costs Down
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 196 - How to start making a profit as quickly as possible.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/196The Photoshop for Photogr...
10 Ways to Improve Your Business
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 195 - Common-sense ways to build your businessThe Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/195The Photoshop for Photographers cours...
Just-in-Time Learning
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 194 - Just-in-Time learningThe Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/194The Photoshop for Photographers courseKit - Set up a fre...
Composition Techniques
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 193 - Different techniques to compose your images.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/193The Photoshop for Photographers c...
Create Your Own Opportunities
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 192 - Kickstart your business with this easy method.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/192The Photoshop for Photographers...
How to Take Sharp Images
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 191 - Four things that will cause your images to be out of focus.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/191The Photoshop for ...
The Importance of Niching Down
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 190 - Niching down so you can be an expert specializing in one genre of photography.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/19...
How to Start Your Photography Business in 2025
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 189 - For anyone starting a photography business in 2025.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/189The Photoshop for Photogra...
Setting Your Goals and Planning for 2025
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 188 - Get ready for 2025 by setting goals and planning ahead.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/188The Photoshop for Phot...
Common Mistakes 11
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 187 - Stuff you want to avoid doing.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/187The Photoshop for Photographers courseConvertKi...
34 Genres That Make Money
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 186 - Ideas for Marketing and Branding your photography business.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/186The Photoshop for ...
Marketing & Branding
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 185 - Ideas for Marketing and Branding your photography business.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/185The Photoshop for ...
12 Things You Might Need
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 184 - Find out what all the abbreviations are in lenses and bodies.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/184The Photoshop fo...
Understanding The Abbreviations
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 183 - Find out what all the abbreviations are in lenses and bodies.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/183The Photoshop fo...
Your Must Know List
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 182 - These are things you need to know to be a professional photographer.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/182The Photo...
Simple Steps to Start Your Business
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 181 - Things you need to do or put in place before your first paid shoot.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/181The Photos...
Your First Paid Shoot Checklist
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 180 - Things you need to do or put in place before your first paid shoot.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/180The Photos...
Common Mistakes 10
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 179 - You need lots of tricks up your sleeve, and how many pixels is enough?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/179The Pho...
Tricks and Megapixels
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 178 - You need lots of tricks up your sleeve, and how many pixels is enough?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/178The Chr...
How to Fight Imposter Syndrome
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 177 - How do you get those perfect real estate photos?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/177ConvertKit - Set up a free ac...
Taking Real Estate Photos
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 176 - How do you get those perfect real estate photos?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/176ConvertKit - Set up a free ac...
Natural Light Portraits
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 175 - The do's and don'ts of Natural Light Portraits.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/175ConvertKit - Set up ...
How to Present Your Prices
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 174 - This is all about how to show customers your prices. It's a science ;)The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/174Co...
What should you include in a contract?
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 173 - 12 things you should put in your contract.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/173ConvertKit - Set up a free account ...
10 Reasons to start a photography business
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 172 - 10 Reasons why starting a photography business is the right choice.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/172ConvertKit...
Building a Referral Network
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 171 - To get bookings, you need some kind of referral network, and I'll explain how to create one.The Transcript page - https://photograp...
Common Mistakes 9
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 170 - More mistakes you will want to avoid making.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/170ConvertKit - Set up a free accoun...
How much technology do you need?
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 169 - How much Tech do you need?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/169ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of u...
11 Ways to Sell Your Work
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 168 - 11 ideas that will help you sell your work.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/168ConvertKit - Set up a free account...
Perfectionists, Websites, & Flash
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 167 - Are you a perfectionist struggling to get started? Your best website options and Flash.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehust...
5 Things that will make your business stronger REPEAT
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 165 - Selling digital files or prints? Which one is right for you?ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails.Please ...
Digital Files & Selling Products
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 165 - Selling digital files or prints? Which one is right for you?The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/165ConvertKit - Set ...
Presenting your work & choosing a flash
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 164 - Presenting your work and choosing a flashThe Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/164ConvertKit - Set up a free account w...
What's stopping you from getting your first customers?
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 163 - These are problems that can stop customers from booking you.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/163ConvertKit - Set ...
Shooting in Manual Step by Step REPEAT
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 89 - This is a repeat of episode 89, the step-by-step of shooting in manual mode.ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000...
Flash Limits and Back Button Focus - Ask Andy #2
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 161 - What to do when flash doesn't work and the benefits of back button focus.Simon d'Entremont's YouTube ChannelThe Transcrip...
Ask Andy #1
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 160 - Printing - Nikon D3400 - Getting everything in focusHyperfocal Distance & Depth of Field CalculatorsOMNI CalculatorCIC DoF Calculato...
Manual or Aperture Priority Mode
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 159 - An easier option than shooting in Manual mode is Aperture Priority. Depth of Field CalculatorsOMNI CalculatorCIC DoF CalculatorDoF Simul...
How to use on-camera flash at a wedding reception REPEAT
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 158 - How to use on-camera flash at a wedding reception - REPEAT for April 2022. ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,00...
10 Ways to Sell Your Work
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 157 - 10 ways you can sell your work. Fair LicensingThe Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/156ConvertKit - Set up a free acc...
Alex Nowak, Snowmobiles and Rodeo
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 156 - From Snowmobile Racing to Rodeo, up-and-coming Wisconsin sports photographer Alex Nowak. Alex Nowak - InstagramEnjoy the Game Photogra...
Pet Photographer Kim Jongen
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 155 - Kim Jongen is a pet photographer in Rotterdam, Netherlands. She started her business, Mother Puppers Studio, only one year ago. Kim Jo...
Maximize your income
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 154 - Three photographers with different approaches to how they sell.Mentioned in this EpisodeCat RaceEmin KuliyevMichael ShainblumThe Transcr...
Photography terms you need to understand
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 153 The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/153ConvertKit - Set up a free account that lets you have a list with up to 1,000 e...
Sports Photographer & YouTuber Jack Beasley
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 152 - Jack Beasley is a sports photographer with a YouTube channel that has close to 1,000,000 views. If you shoot sports or are considering i...
From Zero to Full time in One Year - Suzanne Hawken
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 151 - Suzanne Hawken went from absolute beginner to full-time photographer in one year.Suzanne Hawken - SheShootsShots.comThe Transcript page ...
Ranking in Google Search
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 150 - These are the best ways to get to the top of a Google search.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/150ConvertKit - Set...
What I would do if I was starting out today
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 149 - How I would start out if I had to do it today.Taylor JacksonThe Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/149ConvertKit - Set ...
12 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Photography Business - REPEAT
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 148 - These are the things that I didn't know when I was starting out.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/148ConvertK...
6 Tips for a Stronger Business in 2024
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 147 - How to improve your business in 2024.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/147ConvertKit - Set up a free account that ...
How to improve your photo shoots
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 146 - How to streamline your photo shoots, take the stress out of it and be more successful.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustl...
What gear do you need to get started?
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 145 - I give you a list of gear you will need to run your photography business.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/145Used...
Creating a style that sells itself
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 144 - Common Mistakes that professional photographers make in their business.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/144Cassan...
Common Mistakes 8
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 143 - Common Mistakes that professional photographers make in their business.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/143Conver...
Taking sharper, more professional photos
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 142 - Tips for how to take sharper professional photos..The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/142PhotoPillsConvertKit - Set ...
Starting the perfect photography business
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 141 - It's important to set your business up so it's perfect for you.The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/141Nick...
How to get your first bookings
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 140 - I give you some ideas to help you get your first customers.ConvertKit - Set up a free account that lets you have a list with up to 1,000...
How to Start Your Photography Business in 2024
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 139- These are the steps you need to take to start your photography business.ConvertKit - Set up a free account that lets you have a list with...
7 Things I Wish I Had known when starting out
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 138- 7 tips that will speed your journey up. Photopills Depth of Field CalculatorConvertKit - Set up a free account that lets you have a list ...
Shooting in Manual Mode Step by Step REPEAT
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 137 - Is a repeat of Shooting in Manual Mode Step by Step.ConvertKit - Set up a free account that lets you have a list with up to 1,000 emails...
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome REPEAT
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 136 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome REPEATConvertKit - Set up a free account that lets you have a list with up to 1,000 emails.Photoshop for...
Lifestyle Photography
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 135 - The Wonderful World of Lifestyle PhotographyLinks to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/135ConvertKit - Set u...
7 Ways to Think Outside the Box
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 134 - 7 new ways to make more money.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/134Mentioned in this episode: Dav...
What is Fast Glass?
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 133 - I explain what Fast Glass is, and why you need some.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/133ConvertKit...
15 Black Friday Buys for Photographers
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 132 - 15 things you can save money on during the Black Friday SalesLinks to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/132C...
Choosing the right camera body
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 131 - I run through how to choose a camera body.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/131ConvertKit - Set up ...
Selling Photobooks
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 130 - How photobooks can make you money and get you more bookings.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/130Bl...
Qualifying Customers
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 129 - Avoid customers who want your work but don't want to pay much. Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.c...
Why not you?
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 128 - Why not you? Why can't you charge the most money and be successful? Controlling your mindset is the answer.Links to this Episo...
Which Printer Should You Buy?
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 127 - Which type of printer should you buy and which should be avoided?Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/...
Common Mistakes 7
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 126 - More Common Mistakes you should try to avoid.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/126ConvertKit - Set ...
Exposure Bracketing and Focus Stacking
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 125 - Exposure Bracketing and Focus Stacking - How you can use them to your advantage.Links to this Episode are here: https://photography...
12 Portrait Photography Tips
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 124 - 12 useful tips to help you with your portraits. Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/124ConvertKit - S...
8 Steps to get Paying Customers
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 123 - 8 steps you need to take to get paying customers.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/123ConvertKit - ...
What you need to know about Lenses
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 122 - What you need to know about lensesLinks to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/122ConvertKit - Set up a free a...
Should you use IPS?
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 121 - Should you use IPS, In-Person Sales?Check out WallPicture2 in the App Store and PlayStore.Links to this Episode are here: https://p...
Pricing
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 120 - How to price your work.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/120ConvertKit - Set up a free account that...
Common Mistakes 6
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 119 - More Common Mistakes.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/119ConvertKit - Set up a free account that l...
Prioritize Marketing
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 118 - How to set your marketing up.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/118ConvertKit - Set up a free accoun...
Photographing the Interior of a Bar & Grill
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 117 - I answer a Facebook group member's question on how to shoot a bar and how much should he charge.Links to this Episode are here: ...
Mastering Manual Mode Framework
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 116 - How to master shooting in manual mode using a simple framework.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/11...
Struggling Vs Successful Photographers
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 115 - What makes a successful photographer successful?Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/115Photoshop for ...
Building Your Website
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 114 - I cover all your options for setting up a website.Links to this Episode are here: https://photographysidehustle.com/114Photoshop fo...
Improve your Photos with Separation
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 113 - Separating the subject and the background in your photos will really improve your work.Photoshop for Photographers course: https://...
Success or Failure
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 112 - The differences between successful and unsuccessful photographers.Photoshop for Photographers course: https://photographysidehustle...
Photoshop for Photographers
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 111 - I announce the long time coming ... Photoshop for Photographers course.Visit http://photographysidehustle.comCloud Backup - Back Blaz...
Monetizing Sports Events
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 110 - How to approach shooting a Sports Event.Cloud Backup - Back BlazeLeave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com Ask a question a...
Common Mistakes 5
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 109 - More fun and laughter with Common Mistakes 5 Cloud Backup - Back BlazeLeave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com Ask a ques...
The AI Revolution
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 108 - Understanding and using AI to streamline your side hustle is something you need to do.This week's sponsor - Batch.ai - https://w...
Captivating Customers with Customized Products
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 107 - Why it's Important to Sell Products.This week's sponsor - Batch.ai - https://www.batch.ai/Cloud Backup - Back BlazeLeave a ...
My 10 Game Changers
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 106 - I go over 10 things that were game-changers for me.This week's sponsor - Batch.ai - https://www.batch.ai/Alien Bees - https://ww...
Maximizing Your Earnings Shooting Events
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 105 - We go over how to make the most money when shooting events.This week's sponsor - Batch.aiCloud Backup - Back BlazeLeave a voice ...
Problems with Low light, Advertising, & Flash
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 104 - I cover three problems that have come up this week.Cloud Backup - Back BlazeLeave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com Ask a...