The Fashion Photography Show

Answering Your Questions LIVE | IG Live Replay

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is a replay of today's Instagram live where I answered as many questions as I could in 40 minutes!Payment Plans for the Success Studio are of...

Everything You Need To Know About The Success Studio | My Brand New Program

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The doors to The Success Studio are OFFICIALLY OPEN.The Success Studio is only program you’ll ever need to build a thriving fashion photography care...

The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything for Me (and My Pitching) | Booked by Email Series Ep 3

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got the templates. You know what to say. So why is it still so hard to hit send?In today’s episode of the Booked by Email mini-series, I’...

Why You’re Not Getting Replies to Your Pitches (And How to Fix It) | Booked by Email Series Ep 2

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever sent a pitch email… and heard nothing back? It happens to all of us. But in this episode of the Booked by Email mini-series, I’m bre...

Ep 1 – The Email That Landed My First Fashion Client | Booked By Email Mini-Series

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Booked By Email mini-series!In this first episode, I’m sharing the story of how one email completely changed my career.You’ll hear ...

How to Pitch Fashion Brands (Without Feeling Cringe)

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategy I’ve used to book fashion clients for over a decade from building your dream client list, to writi...

Why You’re Not Getting Booked (Even If Your Work Is Good)

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you pouring energy into your photography but still struggling to get booked? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down the four key...

How to Shoot for a Fashion Magazine (Even If You’ve Never Been Published)

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dreaming of seeing your work in the pages of a fashion magazine? In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to make it happen — even if ...

How to Plan a High-End Fashion Shoot That Gets You Booked in 2025

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re wondering why your portfolio isn’t landing you the jobs you want in 2025, this episode is a must-listen. I’m walking you through the e...

Functional vs Artistic Fashion Photography (and How to Shift Gears)

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most photographers want the dreamy campaign gigs but keep being booked for plain-sailing e-comm. In this episode I explain why—and give you a roadma...

Kevin Mason: Making Studio Lighting Simple, Fighting Gatekeeping, and The Future of Photography

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Mason, fashion industry consultant and creator of Easy Studio Lighting, to talk about simplifying lighting, wor...

Guided Journaling Session: Releasing The Starving Artist

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This guided journaling session led by Olivia Bossert focuses on helping individuals, particularly photographers, to release limiting beliefs about mon...

Can You Be Both a Photographer and a CEO?

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you’re living a double life — one minute you’re in creative flow, and the next you’re knee-deep in invoices and admin? I...

How Rita Busa Went From Newbie to Booked Fashion Photographer in Just 2 Years

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with the wonderful Rita Busa, a Latvian-born fashion photographer living in Norway, who’s built an impressive c...

How I Blended Photography, AI, and Mixed Media for a Fashion Campaign

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is pulled from a YouTube video, so some parts are visual — if you’d prefer to watch the behind-the-scenes process, I’ll pop the lin...

5 Portfolio Pitfalls That Are Costing You High-End Jobs

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dive into the top five mistakes I keep seeing in fashion photography portfolios, from inconsistent visual styles and hesitating on ...

Fashion Photography Club Q&A: Answering all your questions

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Curious about the Fashion Photography Club? In this episode, I’m answering all your frequently asked questions! Learn how this 12-month program help...

Inside the Fashion Photography Club: What It Is & How It Can Transform Your Career

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about joining the Fashion Photography Club but not sure if it’s right for you? In this episode, I’m answering all your questions—what’...

Why You Don’t Have to Separate Creative Work from Paid Work in Fashion Photography

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For years, I believed that creative work and well-paid work were two separate things. I thought that to pay the bills, I had to take on uninspiring co...

Why Fashion Brands Aren’t Hiring You (And What to Do About It)

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got the skills, the portfolio, and the passion—but brands still aren’t booking you. Why? In this episode, we break down the real reasons...

Finding the Perfect Models: Proven Tips for Photographers Anywhere

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Finding the perfect model for your photoshoot can be a challenge, especially if you live far from major cities or modelling agencies. In this episode,...

Fashion Photographer’s Guide to Newsletters: Why You Need One in 2025

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing why newsletters are my secret weapon for growing my fashion photography business in 2025. With social media becoming in...

When Plans Fall Through: My Artist’s Way ‘Failure’

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this honest and unfiltered episode, I’m sharing the story of how I failed to complete The Artist’s Way, despite all my best intentions. If you’...

Turning Rejection Into Redirection: The Moment That Changed Everything

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the thing you wanted most turned out to be the best thing you didn’t get? In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing a pivotal story from 2024...

Why Your Style Matters More Than Ever as a Fashion Photographer

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a world overflowing with visuals, standing out has never been more important. In this episode, I dive into why defining and embracing your unique s...

Behind the Scenes: Creating My Festive Evergreen Editorial

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my latest festive editorial, shot on a green backdrop at the beautiful studio, The Nook. From...

Insights from a Portfolio Review Event

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summary In this episode, Olivia Bossert shares her experiences from attending the Production Paradise portfolio review event in Barcelona. She discus...

My work is changing / A chatty update

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summary In this episode, Olivia shares her journey back to podcasting after a break, reflecting on her busy summer and the transformative experiences...

Overcoming Financial Struggles as a Photographer

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Olivia as she shares a personal journey of breaking through a financial plateau and transforming her money mindset at the start of 2023. In this ...

Retouching Secrets Revealed: An Interview with Closer Post

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Olivia chats with Paul Archer, the co-owner of Closer Post, a retouching studio with bases in Switzerland and Brazil. Paul shares his...

Embodying: How to Use Seasons Theory to Transform Your Photography Career

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m diving into something that I discovered about a year ago and have been completely obsessed with ever since – Seasons The...

Navigating AI in the Visual Industry: Expert Tips and Tools

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Olivia as she chats with visual industry veteran Pratik Naik about the transformative role of AI in photography. With nearly two decades of exper...

How Estimates Changed My Photography Career

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Fashion Photography Show, I'm sharing the ultimate game changer that revolutionized my financial dealings as a fashion phot...

The Truth About the Starving Artist Stereotype

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Fashion Photography Show, I’m tackling the myth of the starving artist. This belief has been romanticized for far too long, h...

Tackling Money Blocks: A Guide for Fashion Photographers

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Fashion Photography Show, I’m diving into the all-important topic of money blocks and how they impact us as fashion photograp...

Social Media: A 2024 Guide for Fashion Photographers

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a while since I shared how I'm using social media these days... so here's an update! With an ever-evolving landscape, here’s a...

Impulsive Shooting vs Intentional Shooting: When They're Appropriate.

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks' podcast episode is unusual, in that I recorded it whilst out in the woods walking my dog. I had an idea, grabbed my phone, and recorde...

Balancing Photography with Passion Projects - With Annemarie Sterian

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Side hustles are a big topic amongst photographers, so I wanted to have a chat with my friend Annemarie Sterian about how having multiple income strea...

Website Mistakes I See A Lot

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I see a lot of photographers' websites, and there are some mistakes that I see made repeatedly! So in this episode, I talk you through the ones t...

Get Paid for Model Tests or Shoots Abroad - Interview with Stacey Lamb

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've been trying to get fashion photographer Stacey Lamb on the podcast for sooooo long, and we FINALLY did it!  Stacey is a lovely photographer...

If I had to Start Again, Here's What I'd Do!

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I got wondering the other day... if I had to start totally from scratch as a fashion photographer.. what would I do?! How would I go about it?! In thi...

Vogue Portugal: Answering Your Questions

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You asked, I answered! I'm so excited to share all about my latest shoot for Vogue Portugal. I answered questions like: How did I even get the ...

The Profitable Portfolio: Maximizing Your Creative Income

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE WAITLIST FOR PERFECT PORTFOLIO: ⁠https://www.oliviabosserteducation.com/pp-waitlist ⁠ 🎙 Episode Highlights: The Profitable Portfoli...

A Chatty Episode about Portfolio Shoots

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's have a casual, chatty catch up! It's been a busy week, and I hadn't had time to sit down and record... but I didn't want to leav...

Editorial to Earnings: A 500% ROI Success Story

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a bit different! It's all about how one editorial that I did for ELLE Singapore lead to a 500% return on investment... and I go in...

Ai and Fashion Photography - A Chat

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've been playing with AI for just a few months, and I definitely have some thoughts around it... so here are those thoughts! I'd love to know...

Working With a Digital Technician - with Sam Royston

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Royston is a London based Digital Technician (aka a digi tech), and someone I've had the pleasure of working with on a few jobs. I asked him t...

Planning Your 2024 as a Photographer

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's not too late to think about the year ahead! 2024 can still be your best year yet. In this episode, I share with you how to plan for 2024 to ...

My 2023 in Review - Photography Wrapped!

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2023 was in incredible year for me, and I wanted to do a really good, deep dive into the stats of how this year actually went. So get ready for a look...

A Chat About My New Branding with Diseno De Castro

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode of the podcast is slightly different to the norm - it's an interview with my branding designer, Diseno De Castro, all about ...

All Things Lighting with Holly Maccandless-Desmond

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Holly Maccandless-Desmond is a TikTok sensation, and one of the most talented up and coming photographers of the moment. She's sharing everything ...

How I Found My Photographic Style

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Finding your photographic style is step one in being a fashion photographer. But so few know how to actually do that! In this episode, I chat about ho...

Welcome to The Fashion Photography Show!

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Woohoo!!! The show has a new name!!! I'm SO excited to be rebranding the show to it's brand new title: The Fashion Photography Show. Listen...

Interview: Katy DeZellar's first Vogue from pitching

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of "It Starts With A Click," your essential resource for aspiring fashion photographers determined to bu...

A Passionate Chat about Pitching for Fashion Photographers

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of "It Starts With A Click," your essential resource for aspiring fashion photographers determined to bu...

Interview: Kirsten's First $10K Invoice From Pitching

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another empowering episode of "It Starts With A Click," your ultimate source for fashion photographers striving to build a profit...

Q&A Session on Pitching to Brands for Fashion Photographers

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of "It Starts With A Click," your trusted resource for fashion photographers striving to build a profita...

How To Set Goals (And Actually Achieve Them)

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of "It Starts With A Click," where we unravel the secrets to building a profitable, creative, and holist...

This Is How You Charge More For Your Shoots

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there, fashion photographers! Welcome back to another episode of "It Starts With A Click," the podcast for all you creative souls out th...

The typical week of a fashion photographer

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to "It Starts With A Click," the podcast for fashion photographers aspiring to build a profitable, creative, and holistic business. ...

Planning a Portfolio Shoot in 7 Days

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of "It Starts With A Click." I'm Olivia Bossert, and today, we're diving into the art of planning a portf...

Overcoming Fear of Rejection and Imposter Syndrome in Fashion Photography

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Overcoming Fear of Rejection and Imposter Syndrome in Fashion Photography In this episode, we're diving deep into the fears that hold us back – ...

Setting Your Pricing and Building a Profitable Fashion Photography Business

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Setting Your Pricing and Building a Profitable Fashion Photography Business In Episode 4 of "It Starts With A Click," I delve into the cruci...

The Impact and Service of Fashion Photography

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 3 of "It Starts With A Click," I delve into the profound impact of fashion photography and how it serves the world. Join me, Oliv...

Standing Out: Embracing Unique Approaches as a Fashion Photographer

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this exciting episode of "It Starts With A Click," I delve into the unique choices and practices that set me apart as a fashion photograp...

A Reintroduction: Embracing Creativity, Overcoming Challenges, and Building a Holistic Fashion Photography Business

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the debut episode of "It Starts With A Click!" I'm Olivia Bossert. Join me on a journey of resilience, creativity, and buildi...

S4 Ep8. Annemarie Sterian on Running A Studio and Being a Photographer

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Annemarie Sterian is a fashion photographer and owner of the incredible Shutterhouse Studios in North London. I had the chance to shoot at Shutterhous...

S4 Ep7. Stella Morais on Not Giving Up

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks podcast episode is with the incredible Stella Morais, a London based fashion photographer and art director. Stella and I have been “Insta...

S4 Ep6. Workflow and Staying Organised

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a solo show with yours truly! All about how I stay organised and plan my working week.  I hope you enjoy it.  Links men...

S4 Ep5 Art Direction with Laura Karin

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I’m so excited to have Laura Karin on the podcast this week! Laura is an art director and stylist based in the UK. She’s worked with incredible br...

S4 Ep4. Adapting To A Pandemic with Rebecca Spencer

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks episode is with the lovely Rebecca Spencer. Rebecca is an influencer photographer and fashion photographer, and I'd even say an influencer ...

S4 Ep3. How To Use LinkedIn as a Fashion Photographer

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

LinkedIn has recently become one of my absolute favourite social media platforms, especially when it comes to work. It's the best, most under utilised...

S4 Ep2. Working as a Cinematographer and DOP with Fraser Stephen

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fraser Stephen is a cinematographer and DOP that I've been lucky enough to work with on many occasions. This week we chat about what it's like being a...

S4 Ep1 My Business Expenses as a Fashion Photographer

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The podcast is back! I'm so excited, and also so sorry that it's been gone for so long.  This first episode is a solo one with me where I go over the...

11. BONUS EPISODE: Ian Hippolyte on Running a Studio, and Shooting with Flash

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Surprise! I’m back with one more bonus episode for season 3. This week, I’m chatting to Ian Hippolyte, a London based fashion photographer who at ...

10. Hanna Hillier on Agents, Being a Beauty Photographer, and DMing Brands

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hanna is a fashion and beauty photographer based in London and LA, and she shares everything she knows about whether photographers should have agents ...

9. 5 Steps To Getting Hired By A Brand

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Todays episode is a rehashing of one of my most popular blog posts: 5 Steps To Getting Hired By A Brand. I wrote this blog post quite a few years ago,...

8. Using TikTok and Reels In Your Fashion Photography Business

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

TikTok is blowing up. Reels is new and is rumoured to kill off TikTok. I have no idea about that, but what I do know is that in the 9 months that I've...

7. Moving To A New Area + Action Steps That I'm Taking

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you don't already know, I've moved to a new part of the UK! I'm now much closer to London, and it feels very, very exciting. In this episode, I sha...

6. Overcoming The Fear Of Rejection + Stopping Self Sabotage with Ashleigh Frater

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As fashion photographers (and people!) one of the biggest things we struggle with is the fear of rejection. I know, because I fear it myself. So this ...

5. How To Get Photo Work Whilst Travelling with Lydia Collins

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks episode is full of insane knowledge bombs! Fashion and travel photography Lydia Collins and I have the best chat about her career.

4. Why Building Your Fashion Photography Career Will Take A Long Time

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a bit different, but I really wanted to chat about this topic, because I feel like I speak to so many photographers who feel like thin...

3. Shooting on Film with Karin Majoka

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Karin Majoka is a film photographer and youtuber. Listen to our chat about all things film photography!

2. The Importance of Self Care for Photographers

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I've focused on the importance of self care for photographers. I think we talk SO much about working hard, shooting as much as we can, pushi...

1. What I Learnt During Lockdown

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Season 3 of It Starts With A Click! I'm so excited to be back with another season, and I'm kicking it off with a bit of reflection on ...

How to get Published in Magazines with Zoe Noble

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks episode is with the amazing Zoe Noble! Zoe is a beauty and product photographer based in Berlin, Germany. She shares with us in this episod...

How To Be a Successful Fashion Photographer in a Small Town

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest questions that I get asked is whether or not it is possible to be a successful fashion photographer from a small town or village. L...

How To Use Social Media to Get Hired with Karen Rosalie

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Karen Rosalie is a fashion and beauty photographer based in LA. She is the founder of Rosalie Agency, a creative agency which produces photo and video...

Working With A Make Up Artist with Georgina Yates

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm really excited about this episode because it's with one of my best friends in the whole world, Georgina Yates. In this episode we chat about: - w...

Why Building Strong Relationships Are So Important with Kyle Galvin

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode of It Starts With A Click is with Kyle Galvin, a commercial fashion photographer based in London. Kyle and I have known each other...

Having Your Portfolio Reviewed + Getting Through Tough Times with Holly McGlynn

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you've listened to season one then you'll probably remember Holly McGlynn. (If you haven't then go listen to that episode!). Holly is back, this ti...

Being A Photo Assistant with Grace Hodgson

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and I met during the summer when she approached me about assisting me on shoots. We met for a coffee, had a chat, and got on really well. When I...

What To Do While Everything Is Quiet

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I don't want to mention the C word, but I had a totally different podcast episode planned for this week. However, in light of the state of the world r...

Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know About SEO with Sam Charles

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

SEO = Search Engine Optimisation. Not always the sexiest of topics, but oh so important. I got my friend, Sam Charles from Float Digital, to come and ...

How To Deal with Bad Weather + Life Update

04 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hello! I'm back, and i'm so excited. Its been a few months since I recorded for the podcast, and I never intended to be gone for so long, however life...

How To Get Your First Fashion Photography Client

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is all about getting you hired by that first fashion photography client.

How Can Video Help Photographers with Aaron Nace

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

To get 20% off a subscription to Phlearn.com use discount code Olivia20. www.phlearn.com  Learn more from me at https://www.oliviabossert.com/fo...

23. How To Get Started With Film Photography

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Todays episode is all about film photography! I chat about my past experience with film, why I choose to shoot film, and how you can get started with ...

22. Why Consistency Matters with Sebastian Sabal Bruce

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

See Sebastian’s work here: https://sabal-bruce.com/ Follow Sebastian on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/sebastiansabalbruce/?hl=en

Ways To Make Money As A Fashion Photographer

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sticking to the theme of money, today we're looking at ways that fashion photographers can make money - there's more ways than you think!