Shoot Your Shot Photography Podcast

What do wedding couples WANT in 2026

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We crawl inside the minds of our couples to share with you how they are choosing vendors and creating their wedding days.   📱Want us to feature yo...

How we close wedding calls.

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How we conduct phone and video calls with couples who inquire with us for wedding photography. Practical tips, get your note pad and pen.   📱Want ...

New photographers HATE that we do this.

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Just a couple of "chopped uncs" with minimal rizz talking about how we conduct ourselves before, during and after client sessions. Weddings, commercia...

Do Photographers Need a VA?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay has recently signed up and hired a virtual assistant from Wedding Workflows. A VA agency specializing in wedding photography support for profe...

How Cole Roberts Built a Wedding Photography Community

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest is the founder of Way Up North. Northern Europes biggest and most popular wedding photographer conference that has been running for just ove...

Is Wedding Photography Dangerous?

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is wedding photography a dangerous occupation? Bears, stranger danger, emotional baggage, walking through a parking lot with thousands of dollars of g...

February as Wedding Photographers

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a catch-up episode. We talk about combating the winter blues as wedding photographers, refining our goals and outlook for the coming season.   ...

Sam Hurd On Balancing Creativity and Client Expectations

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tim and Lindsay welcome photographer Sam Hurd, who shares his unique journey from press photography to wedding photography. The conversation explores ...

Glam Bot email drama (Fuck ICE)

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Cole Walliser and Yitin email drama... who cares. ICE is killing people in the streets. Hopefully this episode is a little break for you from the ...

Wedding photography timelines are overwhelming

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tim & Lindsay discuss the common pitfalls of over-scheduling and the pressure that comes from trying to fit too many elements into a single day. ...

How Couples Choose Wedding Photographers In 2026

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Booking weddings feels harder lately and you’re not imagining it. In this episode of Shoot Your Shot, we break down 2026 wedding consumer trends usi...

Our wedding photography gear for 2026

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim unpack their camera bags for the 2026 wedding season. 📱Want us to feature your question, photography story, or industry hot take ...

Photography goals for 2026

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Vision-boarding is back for 2026. Lindsay & Tim have templates for you to build your own vision-board and put together your big and small intentio...

Christmas party for wedding photographers

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim share their highs and lows, chat about camera gear and feature some listener stories.   ⬇️ SUPPORT THE SHOW ⬇️   📱Want us...

Switching from Canon to Nikon & Listener mail-bag

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tim and Lindsay receive listener mail, and answer a listener's question about switching from Canon to Nikon.   ⬇️ SUPPORT THE SHOW ⬇️ 📱Wan...

Photography Gift Guide 2025

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unique and useful gifts for photographers this holiday season. Forget the cliche gifts. Let’s get creative and thoughtful!   Download the PDF with ...

We rank the best wedding food for photographers

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We ranked the top wedding foods that wedding photographers eat on a typically wedding day. bon apetite!      ⬇️ SUPPORT THE SHOW ⬇️   📱...

Photographer’s Off Season Routine

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss the importance of the off-season for photographers, emphasizing the need for intentional rest, planning for the future, and se...

Wedding Planner do's and don'ts

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim welcome Michelle Maeck from Maeck Weddings to discuss the intricacies of wedding planning, particularly focusing on the importance of ...

Weddings are theatre.

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Weddings are theatre. Tim & Lindsay discus the various roles and responsibilities of vendors, the importance of pre-production planning, and the a...

Josh Huggett will photograph your wedding wearing shorts.

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome Joshua Huggett to the show. We explore the nuances of wedding photography, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, humor, and personal bra...

Tiered list of Wedding Photography Trends for 2026

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's another tiered list episode! Tim and Lindsay dive into the world of wedding photography trends and rate allof the trends. From super 8mm film, to...

Guest Photographers at weddings

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss the challenges photographers face when dealing with guest photographers at weddings. They explore the importance of communicat...

Tips for Wedding Photography Blogging

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tim and Lindsay discuss the importance of blogging for photographers, emphasizing its role as a powerful marketing tool that can attract clients over ...

Wedding Reception shut down by the health inspector

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim take a call from a listener/photographer, his couples' wedding reception is disrupted by a health inspector. They explore the role o...

Wedding Officiant's take on what photographers are doing wrong

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Maeck shares his inspiring journey from working in a vehicle glass shop to becoming one of the most sought-after wedding officia...

True-crime Bride & Groom in prison

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim share a unique story from a listener, Daniel, who faced unexpected legal troubles with a client. The conversation explores the importa...

Switching from Fujifilm to Nikon

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Lindsay and Tim delve into the complexities of switching camera gear, addressing the common anxi...

Having hard discussions with your clients

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, Tim and Lindsay discuss the intricacies of client communication, particularly focusing on how to navig...

Do couples REALLY want candid photography?

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is a candid photograph? No really... What makes it good, what makes it bad, how can you include candid photography into a wedding day as a schedu...

Fujifilm x100VI in Japan - Episode 71

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter discuss her recent trip to Japan, focusing on the experiences, cultural insights, and photography techniques Lindsay ...

Deep Fake Wedding Influencers

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim delve into the implications of AI influencers and deep fakes in the wedding photography industry. They discuss the rise of AI-generate...

Wedding Photography on Film with Ryan Truong (Panda Plush)

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim interview Ryan, the owner of Panda Plush Photography. Ryan shares his unique journey from digital to film photography, detailing how a...

the Messy Middle of Wedding Season

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss the challenges photographers face during the busy wedding season, emphasizing the importance of managing stress and anxiety. T...

The best wedding lenses 2025 ranked

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim explore the world of wedding photography lenses, ranking various Nikkor lenses based on their performance and suitability for wedding ...

Styled shoot turned into a real wedding.

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 66 of Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Tim and Lindsay share a dramatic story about a content day that unexpectedly turned into a wedding, leadi...

Should You Have a Photography Studio in 2025?

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss their experiences with their podcast studio, including the journey of refreshing the space, the value of owning a studio, and ...

Wedding Photography Sales Strategies

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy and Lindsay are joined by Ben Joubert, a sales manager at Focal, to discuss the intricacies of sales in the photography industry. They explore...

5 Things you need to know about shooting big and small weddings

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tim and Lindsay discuss the importance of consistency in photography, particularly when balancing different types of photography businesses such as el...

How to Safeguard Your Images from Unauthorized Use

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim delve into a significant copyright case involving photographer Michael Greco and the unauthorized use of his images. They discuss the ...

Spring Cleaning for Photographers: A Seasonal Guide

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss the importance of spring cleaning for photographers. They explore various aspects of cleaning and organizing, including gear m...

Photographer turned away at the Canada US Border

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss the implications of new border control regulations affecting Canadians traveling to the U.S. They explore the impact of these ...

Social Templates With Angela Shae

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim host Angela Shea, creator of Social Templates, a service for photographers. They discuss Angela's journey from dental hygienist to pho...

Minimalism in Photography with Jeff Chang

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim welcome photographer Jeff Chang, who shares his journey in the photography world, the significance behind his business name 'The Apart...

Asking Photographers at WPPI 2025

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's a WPPI recap episode. With a microphone and iphone, Tim and Lindsay walked the floor of the trade show asking photographers questions about gear,...

Wedding Photography is Magic w Magic Wedding Photographer

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Tim and Lindsay welcome (Maciej) Magic, a wedding photographer from Poland, who shares his journ...

Wedding Guest Threatens Lawsuit After Bouquet Toss Gone Wrong

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

They discuss the whimsical predictions of a Magic 8 Ball, share a dramatic story involving a bouquet toss lawsuit, and reflect on the cultural changes...

Understanding Tariffs: What Photographers Need to Know

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim discuss the chaos in the photography world due to the ongoing US-Canada-Mexico-China trade war. They explore the implications of ris...

From Second Shooter to Full-Time Photographer

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim discuss the journey of transitioning from second shooting to becoming a full-time photographer. They emphasize the importance of build...

Posing as their competitor to steal leads

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, the hosts discuss various themes related to the photography industry, including the importance of foll...

Photographer Questions From Imaging USA

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From the floors of Imaging USA 2025 In Dallas Texas, Tim and Lindsay open the phone lines up to some of our listeners. They talk about the importance ...

Data-Driven Photography: Insights from Pic-Time’s 2024 Report

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tim and Lindsay do a dive into the data from Pic-time's Industry Data: How Photographers Shot in 2024. They discuss camera brand preferences, busy sea...

Being Inclusive to Grow Your Business With Martina Lanotte

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Martina Lanotte, a queer wedding photographer based in Copenhagen, shares her journey from studying linguistics to specializing in queer elopements. S...

Preventing Injuries in Wedding Photography

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about physical health and wellness for photographers, particularly focusing on injuries sustained from the demands of the job. They explore th...

How To Book A Destination Wedding

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy  and Lindsay Coulter dive into the world of destination weddings. They discuss their personal experiences, how to book destination weddings, ...

Why I Switched to Nikon

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay's switch from Canon to Nikon. They explore the reasons behind the switch, the challenges faced with different camera systems, and the importan...

Scammed by Their Photographer: The Jacqueline Poole Story

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jacqueline Poole-Montesano , a wedding photographer accused of scamming clients and vendors. Tim and Lindsay explore the implications of her actions o...

Making 2025 Your B!tch: Our Formula For Success

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy and Lindsay discuss the evolving landscape of photography in 2025, emphasizing the importance of ethical AI usage and the necessity of buildin...

Happy Holidays From Lindsay & Tim - X-Mas Check-In

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays friends! There is no episode this week. All we ask is that you hold your loved ones close, drink your drinks, chew ...

27 years Evolving as a Photographer with Chris Denner

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tim and Lindsay welcome Chris Denner, a seasoned photographer with 27 years of experience. The conversation explores Chris's unique approach to photog...

Your Year Wrapped: Listeners Peaks & Valleys of 2024

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes, holiday gi...

The Good & The Bad Of 2024 Photography

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter reflect on the peaks and valleys of their year, discussing pers...

Top Trends for 2025 Wedding Photography

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Tim and Lindsay discuss the evolving trends in wedding photography, particularly focusing on the rise of candid and documentary styles, the revi...

Our Wedding Photography Lenses

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Tim and Lindsay discuss the creative constraints of using prime lenses, the challenges of the bu...

Starting Fresh: Building a Photography Business in a New City

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter discuss the challenges of moving to a new area as a photographe...

How to Get Rich this Holiday Season

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter discuss strategies for photographers to maximize their income d...

Wedding Photographer Travel Horror Stories

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter dive into the spooky season with tales of haunted wedding venue...

Spooky Season Stories Unveiled

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter delve into the spooky season by sharing eerie stories related t...

We are doing a gratitude episode

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy Muza and Lindsay discuss the theme of gratitude in photography, reflecting on personal experiences, the importance of unplugging, and managing...

Spooky Season Kickoff: Tales From Wedding Photographers Week 1

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Tim and Lindsay dive into the spooky season with a collection of eerie stories from photographer...

AMA with Taylor Jackson

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter interview  @TaylorJacksonPhoto  world renowned photographer, ...

SepiaBride Mid-Week Update

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re BACK with a mid-week episode for none other than the iconic Sepia Bride. We are coming to you with a huge update that’s FRESH (as in 24 hour...

How to Get Recurring Clients

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of the Shoot Your Shot Podcast, we dive into a new format! Instead of taking a call-in or question from our DM’s, we’re s...

Handling the Planner's Audacity: A Photographer's Story

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When a wedding planner has the audacity to request a shot-list for their business on a wedding day. Lindsay and Tim unpack our caller's anonymous DM. ...

Expectations of a photographer on a wedding day

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As photographers, we have a responsibility to help guide the flow of a wedding day to make sure our couples are receiving great service as well as enj...

How to steal like a photographer

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where is the line between stealing ideas and being inspired? With only a finite amount of ideas swirling around the cosmos, Tim & Lindsay discuss ...

How to hire affiliate wedding photographers

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to have affiliate photographers working under your brand? Lindsay and Tim have some ideas on how to scale your wedding photography busin...

Divorced bride wants a refund from her photographer

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim discuss some bridal drama from reddit. A bride who feels she is entitled to a refund from their photographer since her and her husba...

Wedding Photography Conferences: A good idea or a GREAT idea.

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wedding photography conferences are an incredible thing for networking, knowledge building, and seeing the industry in a new light. Lindsay is speakin...

Discounting Done Right: for Wedding Photographers

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you discount your work? Do we? tune in to find out the how/when/why of discounting your photography services. Have a question you want answered on ...

10 things we love about wedding photography

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a detour-gratitude-jamboree! Lindsay and Tim sound off on their favourite aspects of being wedding photographers. Tell us yours below in the comm...

Broken leg, broken wedding venue.

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A classic shoot your shot episode. Lindsay and Tim react to a video confessional from @greyloftstudio about a wild day they experienced that included ...

Shoot Your Shot x Workflows with Scott Wyden-Kivowitz.

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Scott joins Lindsay & Tim live/remotely in the studio for some hot takes in this cross-over episode between the two pods. Workflows by Imagen is a...

Sepia bride breakdown

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

By now you are all aware of "sepia bride" Lindsay and Tim unpack it from their perspective as wedding photographers. What it means for you (as a weddi...

photographing a wedding on film

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shooting film for couples and clients is up for discussion today. Tim & Lindsay chop it up and talk about how to shoot a wedding on film. Have a q...

Going (sort of) viral on instagram

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This past week Lindsay posted a video on instagram urging couples take a critical eye when deciding which trends from tik tok make it into their weddi...

How To Do a First Look

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

First looks between a couple before their ceremony is one of the best things you can suggest for your clients for their wedding day. Lindsay and Tim t...

Made with AI

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

By now you've seen the "made with ai" tag above a few images in your instagram and facebook feed. Are images that have been partially modified by "con...

Bossy Photographers & Disrespectful Videographers

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Working with other vendors on a wedding day can sometimes be a challenge, but rarely do we hear a story like the one @davidperezpictures paints for us...

Wedding Photography Is The Best Job

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you are a bit like us and experience family and friends expressing their disappointed that we have a wedding to shoot this weekend. Excuse you?!...

How Photographers Propose

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

He did it! Tim surprised Kelly (partner of 7 years) with an Italian proposal. Tune in to hear about the extensive planning that went into making it a ...

Posing Your Couples

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The age old question of how to pose your couples... Of course know the answer. Have a question you want answered on an episode? Send us a DM, voice no...

Showing up at the wrong wedding venue

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Vinson joins us via the confessional booth from Canada Photo Summit with a wild story. Have a question you want answered on an episode? Send us ...

No days off as a photographer

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No holidays, no sick-days, no mental health days... that's part of the landscape of being a working professional photographer. Lindsay and Tim talk ab...

When Wedding Vendors Don't Get Along

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim talk about how to get along with other vendors (namely photographers and videographers). Thanks to Michelle from @maeckweddings for th...

Are Bookings Down?

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay and Tim talk about the state of bookings for 2024 2025 wedding season. Thanks to @queerfoto for the DM. They also react to an anonymous DM, wh...

Client Red Flags

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to @jacobclark for his DM. Lindsay and Tim talk about the red-flags they have experienced with past clients, how to spot them, how to avoid.  ...

Wedding Content Creators & Raising Your Prices.

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim answer the age old question of "When to raise your prices" and react to the growing trend of couples hiring a day-of Content Creator...

Boudoir Photography & Impostor Syndrome

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim react to a call-in about a boudoir session that becomes a proposition. And they respond with a few ideas around how to manage impost...

When your second photog sleeps with a bridesmaid

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay & Tim react to some hot takes and some personal stories including when you should upgrade your gear, and what to do when your second photo...