The Photographer's Podcast
Episodes
76: *Student Success* How She Turned a "Failed Business" Into a 160K Wedding Photography Career With Katrina Marie Photo
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Katrina joined The Photographer's Path, she had just walked away from a business that didn't work out. She felt embarrassed, ashamed, and unsure ...
75: Today's My Birthday—and for once, I like what I see
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's something strange about arriving at a life you once only dreamed of, only to realize it doesn't look like you imagined. It's softer. Quieter. ...
74: DSLR vs Mirrorless: What's the Real Difference (and Which Is Right for You?)
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
DSLR vs Mirrorless. If you've ever wondered what actually sets them apart—or what matters more than all the tech jargon—this episode is for you. I...
73: What Every Photographer Mama Needs Today
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Mother's Day, I wrote this one for you, inspired by my two little angels Jack and Sophie. If you're a mom building a dream while raising...
72: *Student Success* How She Rebuilt Her Life and Started a Photography Career in Her 30s with Portrait Photographer Paige Fremder
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if everything you thought you'd spend your life doing… suddenly wasn't possible anymore? In todays episode, I'm sitting down with Paige Fremde...
71: *Student Success* How She Built a Fully Booked Photography Business (After Years of Slow Seasons) with Wedding Photographer Sam Marie
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a photographer trying to build your dream photography business—and it's taking longer than you thought, this episode is for you. Let me in...
70: No One Knows What They're Doing (at first) You're Allowed to Be New at This!
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's be honest: we all want to be great right away. But the truth is, every confident photographer you look up to? They started out unsure too. In th...
69: For the Photographer Who Feels Like They'll Never Be Enough
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've found your way here, I want you to know this: you're not alone. If you've ever looked around and wondered if you're falling behind… If yo...
68: A Fun, Easy, Slightly Unhinged Return to the Podcast With Good Friend & Brand Photographer Rachel Burns.
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alright. We said we were making a podcast comeback before, and then… we disappeared again. But this time? It's real. It's happening. It's waiting fo...
67: Too Busy to Chase Your Photography Dreams? Let's Change That!
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had one of those weeks where your to-do list just stares at you like, "Yeah… you're never finishing me"? Same. Between work, life,...
66: How to Show up and Sell Yourself as a Photographer When the World Is on Fire
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Social media used to feel SO fun. I mean, think back to the days when we'd just take a photo with our iphone, slap the Valencia filter on it and call ...
65: "I don't know who I am anymore. Rediscovering My Creative Identity After Becoming a Mom"
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, hiiiiiiii friend! 👋 It's been a while, but I'm back in your inbox…and so is The Photographer's Podcast. 🥹 But, in all honesty, I'm actua...
64: *Student Success* How She Turned a Christmas Gift Into a Full Time Career With Claudia Segui
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm baaaaaackkkk (with two new best friends) ... You heard that right, The Photographer's Podcast is BACK! But before we get into it, I want to than...
63: What to Do When a Client Asks for Your RAW Files + WE'RE GOING ON A BREAK!
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most photographers at one point or another have been hit with the dreaded question… "Hey, do you think you could send me the raw files from our shoo...
62: *Student Success* Less Time in the Office, More Time Behind the Lens: How She Made Her Career Pivot While Still Working Part-Time With Wedding Photographer Jordan Stratton
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for the therapy session you didn't realize you needed today! I'm so excited to be sharing an Instagram Live I had last month with the amazin...
61: How to Beat Burnout as a Photographer
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If I could have told myself a year ago that today I'd be pregnant with 2 biscuits, welcoming an incredible new group of students into TPP, and sitting...
60: I Cheated Death Location Scouting in Indonesia...
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, you read that right. I dunno about you, but lately I've been feeling exhaused. I don't know if it's pregnancy exhaustion, work exhaustion, end o...
59: *Student Success* How She Quit Her Job of 10 Years to Become a Full-Time Portrait Photographer with Jennifer Morris
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're chatting with The Photographer's Path Alumni, Jennifer Morris. It's time for a raw honest conversation about life, business, and the proce...
58: Your Reminder That Small Things Can Become Big Things When You Say Yes
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the years, I've learned that the littlest, tiniest moments are often the ones that spur the biggest, most massive impacts in life. From seemingly...
57: *Student Success* An Honest Conversation With Film Photographer Alanna Georgette — Pushing Through Anxiety, Depression, and Imposter Syndrome as a Creative.
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever struggled with anxiety, depression, or self doubt when it comes to your life or your photography career, today's podcast episode is for...
56: *Student Success* How She Became a Full-Time Wedding Photographer in Under a Year With Claudia Melian
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I brought someone very special onto the podcast, and I can't WAIT for you to get to know her! Meet Photographer's Path Alumni, Claudia Melian. C...
55: I Hosted a Photography Retreat in Maui and It Changed My Life! (Recap + Top 5 Lessons Learned)
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We just got back from our very first photography retreat and I can honestly say, my life is changed for the better beause of it. 32 of our alumni fr...
54: Photography Isnt Just a Hobby It's a Financially Rewarding Career
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lemme just paint the picture for ya. You're sitting at the Thanksgiving dinner table, catching up on the year behind you and small-talking with your e...
53: Listen to This if You Struggle to Make Time for Photography
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"I have to wait until I get a nicer camera." "I can't do it until the kids are older" "I don't need to try something I'm not sure I can follow thro...
52: Listen to This if You've Ever Felt Like Giving up on Photography
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I am OVERJOYED right now. Why? Because TOMORROW we'll be hosting 32 of our incredible alumni from The Photographer's Path, in HAWAII (!!!!), for a 5 ...
51: Your Photography Dreams Realized: Visualize, Plan, and Move Forward With Confidence
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If I asked you what success really looked like to you, what would you say? If I asked you what really mattered to you, what would you say? If I asked ...
50: How Your Own Life Experiences Can Become Your Greatest Photography Strengths
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you that your very own life experiences might be the secret to unlocking a meaningful photography career? You're probably thinking, w...
49: Ways That Imposter Syndrome is Negatively Affecting Your Business AND Your Life
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Photographers, have you ever turned down something that could have been amazing… because you felt a little scared? Maybe you ... ... Said no to an e...
48: How to Get Your Creative Mojo Back
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Photographers, listen up! I've got two questions for ya today... Question number 1: When's the last time you wanted to pursue an amazing & creative i...
47: How Thinking Like a Fashion Photographer Can Add a Creative Spin to Your Work, No Matter Your Niche.
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What photography niche makes you most excited?! When I was first starting out, I had absolutely no idea where my photography journey would take me, so...
46: These 3 Mindset Shifts WILL Change Your Photography Business
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I never really knew what the word 'mindset' actually meant. That stuff didn't really make sense to me — I thought in order to "get it", I'd have to ...
45: THIS Is Hurting Your Photography Business
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I had OPINIONS about the way my life and career were going to go. I was going to move to LA and immediately start booking 5 ... no ...10-figure jobs! ...
44: 5 Things Every Photographer Needs in Their Camera Bag
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do your fam & friends ever act like you've kinda, uh, lost your mind when it comes to photography?! Like, you talk about a lens or the lighting inside...
43: What to Do When a Client Puts a Filter Over Your Image
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the feeling? The feeling you get when you open your Insta, only to see that a client slapped a filter over a photo you took (and painstaki...
42: Say Goodbye to Awkward Poses With These EASY Posing Tips
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know when you love something SO MUCH that you're terrified of messing it up? Same. That was me with photography for a long, long time. I was so pa...
41: Listen to This if You Need Help Pushing Through Imposter Syndrome
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've felt imposter syndrome as a photographer then you know how terrible it is. It's like you go from this feeling of deep love for what you do, ...
40: My Top 10 Tips for Traveling With Photography Gear
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does TSA stress you out? Like, why are we always getting yelled at? And why do I always feel like I'm in trouble? And if you travel with about 900 po...
39: My Hard Drive Failed & I Lost Years of Images ... Here's My Advice So This Doesn't Happen to You!
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I jumped out of bed, grabbed my coffee and sat down at my computer—excited to deliver the images I just spent all night editing. I turned my compute...
38: Bullying, "Copying", Photography Trends, and Things You Need to Think About
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A true community hasn't always been easy for me to come by. When I was a kid, I worried I wouldn't ever have one. And, among the bullying and the name...
37: Listen to This if You Need the Courage to Follow Your Photography Dreams
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I think that we often fold ourselves into squares—corners pressed in tightly. We're afraid of showing up as our full selves, chasing our actual drea...
36: *Student Success* From Beginner to Full Time Photography Career in Less Than a Year With Cassie Wegeng
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever felt like you weren't "ready" to become a photographer, then you NEED to listen to this episode. Today I'm introducing you to someone S...
35: 4 Reasons You're NOT Ready to Upgrade Your Camera
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are few things more exciting than buying a new camera (like hello, a camera store is basically the best place on earth!). But guess what? Someti...
34: 5 Signs You're READY to Seriously Pursue Photography
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I've never been a 9-5 job type of girl. But, regardless of the fact that I'm not a 9-5 gal, I've had many jobs as I was finding my path… ... Jobs ...
33: 4 Things You DON'T Need to Start a Photography Business
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever log into Instagram only to be immediately overwhelmed by the sheer volume of advice? The must do's and the tips telling you what you need ...
32: *Student Success* How She Took Her Love for Fitness and Photography and Made It a Full-Time Career With Tonje Lien Wold
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited for you to meet Photographer's Path Alumni Tonje Lien Wold. Tonje is an incredible active lifestyle photographer from Oslo, Norway. Gro...
31: Listen to This if You've Been Dreaming Of Becoming a Photographer, but Feel Stuck
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could wake up EVERY morning feeling absolutely overjoyed about your life? What if you could stop feeling like you're on autopilot constant...
30: The Top 16 Money Making Photography Niches
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I was in photography school my teacher told me, "The only way you're ever going to comfortably make money is if you become a wedding photographer...
29: My Top 4 Tips for Getting Blurry Backgrounds in Photos
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this: After tons of research, you finally pull the trigger and buy yourself that brand new DSLR that you've been dreaming about, and it feels ...
28: Pivot Toward Your Photography Goals in 2023 Featuring Beauty Photographer Beth Sternbaum
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been dreaming about turning 2023 into the year that you pivot toward a career in photography, then I've got some GOOD news for you! Today, o...
27: This Is Your Sign to Say YES to Your Dreams. *Listen to This Before the New Year*
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What has this year looked like for you? What has it taught you? If I could show myself a year ago what 2022 was going to look like for me, I'm not sur...
26: Not Booking Photography Jobs? Make Your Slow Season a Growth Season
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I had my *first slow season* as a photographer, I thought my career was OVER. I started thinking I did something wrong, that I was a failure, tha...
25: *Student Success* From Corporate Analyst to Full-Time Photographer in Under 6 Months With Dee Davidson
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do your photography dreams ever scare you? I remember in the beginning of my career, just the THOUGHT of becoming a photographer used to scare me. My ...
24: Thoughtful Holiday Gifts for Your Photography Clients (Plus Why It's So Important for Your Business)
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a photographer, it's so important for you to create a beautiful experience for your clients from start to finish. You want to make a lasting impact...
23: Listen to This if You're Overwhelmed and Burned Out
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Has your photography business ever left you feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like you're just running around in circles? It's like you're working a...
22: How to Bounce Back From a Bad Photoshoot (Lessons I've Learned When Things Went Wrong)
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Unfortunately, not every single shoot we do is going to be perfect, but wouldn't it be nice if it were?! *sigh, a girl can dream* Sometimes we can't h...
21: Take These Steps to Make Your Photography Clients Feel Confident
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As photographers, it's heartbreaking when our clients show up to our shoots feeling self concious and worried about how they look on camera. It can th...
20: How to Pull Yourself Out of a Creative Slump
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Life hit me hard this summer — I just couldn't find it in me to create. Every time I tried, it was as if I had absolutely nothing left to give. Have...
19: Photographers: Listen to This When You Feel Like Giving Up
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Building a photography business isn't always easy. There were many days in the beginning of my career that I wanted to give up, but I promise that bel...
18: How to Grow Your Photography Business With Reels: Lessons I Learned After (Accidentally) Going Viral
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this year, Instagram officially announced that they are prioritizing video content over photography content — an announcement that turned so...
17: Why I Took 11,645 Photos at My Last Shoot & Why YOU Should Too!
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I'm diving into the myth behind overshooting, what it really means for your photography and why it should be erased from the photo...
16: How Photography Can Make You Money in Your Sleep...
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What would you say if I told you that your photography could literally start making you money in your sleep?! Or… ...while you're cookin' dinner ......
15: How to Create Consistency in Your Editing Style
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"How do I create a consistent and cohesive editing style?!" This is a question I get asked ALL THE TIME. And it's an important one because your photog...
14: My $30,000 Mistake (Don't Do This!)
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I've been a professional photographer for nearly 15 years, and along the way I've experienced major wins and major failures. Today I'm sharing the big...
13: *Student Success* How She Quadrupled Her 9-5 Income in Her First 6 Months as a Photographer With Angie Neilson
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a photographer, but instead, let the excuses hold you back? Your mind starts racing at the thought of it and you sta...
12: Listen to This BEFORE You Buy a New Camera!
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"What's the BEST camera for photographers?" "What's the best lens for photographers?" "What camera do YOU shoot with Nicole?" If you've been thinking ...
11: This One's for the Girl Who Puts Everyone Else First
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How often have you turned down the space to focus on yourself because you feel like you've needed to take care of everyone else first? In this episode...
10: How to Let Go of Fear and Perfectionism as a Photographer
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm convinced that no one really, *really* talks about the immense amount of fear that can follow you around as a photographer — and then we all te...
09: The Social Media Mistakes You're Probably Making + How to Fix Them
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a photographer, the word social media probably makes you cringe… and kinda wanna run and hide, right?! Whether it's Instagram or something else, ...
08: Do You Want to Become a Full Time Photographer? Here's How to Get Started
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how to become a full time photographer? Have you ever dreamed of leaving your 9-5 so you can turn your photography side-hustle ...
07: How to Believe In Yourself When the People in Your Life Don't Support Your Dreams
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Falling in love with photography is the most magical, beautiful thing in the world — and it's one of those things that teaches you and helps you gr...
06: Is the Photography Industry Oversaturated?
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering if the photography market is too saturated? Have you feared that there is no space for you in an ever changing photography industry?...
05: Why are My Photos Blurry?! Tips for Taking In-Focus Photos!
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to get your photos in focus? Do your favorite images always seem to be the blurry ones lacking that extra pop you're going for? If ...
04: 6 Things I WISH I Knew When Starting My Photography Business
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the early days of my career I moved to LA fresh out of photography school, completely naive and ready to take the photography world by storm. Man, ...
03: Listen to This When You Need ... A Confidence Boost
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Listen To This Series... Inside these mini episodes, you'll find something that you can come back to, time and time again and today we'...
02: How to Overcome Comparison on Social Media
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The comparison game is a long one. And a heavy one. And a real one. I've played it a million times my entire life, and it's taken SO much work to stop...
01: My Story, From Becoming a Photographer to Creating Horizon Found
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of The Photographer's Podcast! We're kicking off the show with an introduction to me, Nicole Hill, and the journey I've b...
Welcome to The Photographer's Podcast!
18 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for a supportive space to learn, grow and evolve as a photographer this podcast is for you! I'm Nicole Hill, your host, your peer AN...