The Portrait System Podcast
Episodes
Finding the Strength to Price Yourself Higher with Cassandra Jones
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 63 of the Portrait System Podcast, Nikki Closser speaks with guest Cassandra Jones of Noelle Mirabella Photography. In this wide-ranging co...
Clubhouse Talk: Marketing
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every Friday at 11am PST, Sue Bryce Education goes live on Clubhouse to talk about the business of photography and chat with the audience. This w...
Sue Bryce Teaches How Brand Clarity Leads to Sales
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 62 of the Portrait System Podcast, Nikki Closser welcomes Sue Bryce back for a conversation on how developing brand clarity is essential to...
Clubhouse Talk: Self-Value
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every Friday at 11am PST, Sue Bryce Education goes live on Clubhouse to talk about the business of photography and chat with the audience. This w...
Learning about Money from SBE to Achieve Big Sales with Darina Neyret
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Portrait System Podcast, Darina Neyret shares how she blossomed her passion for creating emotionally-moving photographs into a ...
Clubhouse Talk: Personal and Business Branding
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every Friday at 11am PST, Sue Bryce Education goes live on Clubhouse to talk about the business of photography and chat with the audience. This week, ...
How a Campaign Transformed a Busy Mom's Business with Crystal Byrd Uqdah
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 60 of the Portrait System Podcast, Crystal Byrd Uqdah reveals how she dedicated herself to learning all she could about photography in orde...
How to Find Success as a Senior Photographer with Olivia Renee
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Portrait System Podcast, Olivia Renee gives Nikki Closser the lowdown on building a successful career shooting portraits...
Bronze to Silver: Level up your Portrait Masters Awards Submission Part II
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 58 of the Portrait System podcast, Nikki Closser talks to four photographers who have all levelled up their Portrait Masters Awards submiss...
How Jana Marcus Made 100k in 2020 with the SBE Model
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Portrait System Podcast, Jana Marcus shares her lifelong journey exploring photography. Her inspiring decades-spanning car...
How Stacey Hanlon Conquered her Fears to Build her Business
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had to work through a difficult time? You are not alone! In this week's episode, Nikki Closser interviews Stacey Hanlon, an Ontario-base...
Sue Bryce on Valuing Your Work and Increasing Your Income
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Sue Bryce’s first 2021 visit to the Portrait System Podcast with Nikki Closser. In this episode, Sue talks with Nikki about the many...
Bronze to Silver: Level up your Portrait Masters Awards Submission
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 54 of the Portrait System podcast, Nikki Closser talks to four photographers who have all levelled up their Portrait Masters Awards submiss...
How Photographer Richard Wood Maximizes His Chances to Sell with Unique Reveals
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to know how to maximise your chances of selling to a client? Then, you'll want to listen to today's interview with New Zealand portrait ph...
How D’Artagnan Winford Communicates with Clients to Create Jaw-Dropping Portraits
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to know how to create unique and beautiful portraits for your clients? Then, you'll want to hear this episode. Our guest today is portrait...
Staying Positive Through the Obstacles with Kris Robinson
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had trouble staying positive during hard times? We all have! Today's guest is photographer Kris Robinson from Sydney, Australia. Kris ha...
Level Up and Set Goals for 2021 with Sue Bryce
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
2020 has been a complicated year for many professionals in the photography business. There has been fear, anxiety, and many challenges. That is why, t...
From the Military to the Medical Field to Photography: Donnamaria Jones’ Incredible Journey
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to hear one of the most unique and inspiring life stories you've ever heard? Well, you will not be disappointed with this episode! This we...
How Former Wedding Photographer Shar Devine Manifested her Portrait Business
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of wedding photographers in our industry whose businesses have been greatly affected by COVID-19. Therefore, a lot of them feel the ne...
How Nataliya Lalor Built a Six-Figure Family Photography Business in Two Years with SBE
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to build a photography business you love and develop your own style? Then, you'll want to listen to this interview! Today's guest is portr...
How Lara Jade Became a Successful Fashion Photographer After Being Told "No"
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been told "no"? Has anyone ever said to you "there's no way you'll make money from this"? You are not alone! Today's guest is portrait m...
Sue Bryce’s Former Videographer Tells us her Own Success Story - with Casey Littler
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have a very special guest this week on the Portrait System Podcast, and it is none other than New-Zealand-based portrait photographer Casey Littler...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Launch
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 12 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you...
How Emily Jane Beat Self-Doubt and Created a Unique Bridal Boutique & Portrait Studio Business
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had an idea that you immediately shut down because no one had ever done it before? You are not the only one! Today's guest is portrait p...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Photoshop Hacks
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 11 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you...
How Paula Brennan Makes $10,000 in a Day with Special Personal Branding Photoshoots
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a wedding photographer looking to transition to portrait? You're not the only one! Today's guest is Paula Brennan, an incredibly successful po...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Confidence & Networking
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 10 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you...
How Felicia Reed Made Her Business Stronger through the Pandemic
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic has hit the portrait photography business hard, and many photographers wonder about how to stay both safe and profitable. Today's guest i...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Makeup and Hair
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 9 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
Why Kara Marie’s Clients Spend Over $5000 on Boudoir Photoshoots
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wonder how to boudoir photoshoots and would like to incorporate it into your brand? Then, you'll want to hear this interview! Today's guest is ...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Design Hacks
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 8 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
Canon Explorer of Light Michele Celentano Gives you the Secrets to Posing
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Canon Explorer of Light MICHELE CELENTANO accepted to be our guest today on the Portrait System Podcast to share all of the secrets that made her a su...
Master of Lighting Felix Kunze shares his Strategy for Success
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have a very special episode for you on The Portrait System Podcast! Portrait Master FELIX KUNZE, a.k.a "the Master of Lighting," came on to ...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Posing
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 7 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
Fired from Customer Service job, Jasmine Newton Blossoms into a Hyper Successful Photographer
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been fired from a job and thought that it was the end of the world? Well, you are alone! Today's guest is Jasmine Newton, an incredibly ...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Marketing
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 6 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
School Teacher Turned Entrepreneur Makes 6 Figures within the 1st Year with Anita Watkins
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you afraid to quit your job and start your own business? Does networking scare you? Well, you are not alone! Portrait photographer Anita Watkins i...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Lighting
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 5 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
Using Video Marketing to Boost your Sales with Sally Sargood
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does using videography to market your business seem daunting to you? You are not alone! Today's guest is Sally Sargood. Sally is a marketing expert fr...
Nurse Turned Photographer Ang McCabe Tells all about Switching Jobs, Creating her Business, and Having a Family
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how some have it all? Well, look no further for an answer! Today's guest is photographer Ang McCabe who shares with us how she ...
Wedding Photographer Susan Stripling Shares How She Deals with 2020
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an entrepreneur who's business has been affected by the pandemic? You are not alone! Today's guest is wedding photographer Susan Stripling fro...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Sales
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 4 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
180 Loser: How Athlete, Model and Photographer Peter Hurley Failed Upward
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to hear an amazing and unique story like you've never heard before? Then, this episode is for you! Today's guest is photographer Peter Hur...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Camera Basics
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 3 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
Successful Fashion and Magazine Photographer Kate Whyte Does it All from her Home Studio
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt intimidated by learning about photography? You are not alone! Today's guest is Vancouver based photographer Kate Whyte. Kate has ha...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Pricing & Product
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to week 2 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you ...
World-Renowned Wedding Photographer Jerry Ghionis Shares the Personal and Professional Struggles he Faced on his Way to Success
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have an exceptional guest this week on the Portrait System podcast! World-renowned wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis tells us all about his person...
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Studio Setup
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The 12 Week Startup program has started! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you as a spec...
How Dress Designer Trista Smith Partnered with Photographers to Grow her Business to a Huge Success
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have a very special guest on the Portrait System podcast! Trista Smith is the owner of Reclamation and a talented dress designer whose dress...
Hairstylist, Author & TV Star Tabatha Coffey Talks Overcoming Fear & Self-Doubt in Business
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted to hear the secrets to overcoming fear and self-doubt from a self-made woman, author and successful television host? Then, you're...
Celebrity Photographer & Published Author Matthew Jordan Smith Shares How he Turned his Passion into Success
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You are in for a very special episode today on the Portrait System Podcast! Matthew Jordan Smith joins us as a guest all the way from Japan to tell us...
How Jai Mayhew Empowers Everyday Women and Turns them into Supermodels
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, host Nikki Closser interviews Jai Mayhew, an incredibly successful and talented photographer with a unique story. Before getti...
Realizing your Self-Worth and Jumping from $50 to $2000 per Photoshoot with Emma Burcusel
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You are in for a unique story this week on the podcast! Today's guest is portrait photographer Emma Burcusel. Emma came from Romania to the U.S as a s...
Overcoming Insecurities and Networking Her Way to Success with Tammy Zurak
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, host Nikki Closser interviews photography business owner Tammy Zurak from Cordova, Tennessee. Before being a photographer, Tam...
Bonus: Secrets to a Winning Image with Head Judge Richard Wood
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Portrait Masters Awards and Accreditations 2020 are now open for submission! You can win awards and prizes and receive points toward becoming an ...
Aerospace Engineer Uses Photography to have a Fulfilling and Profitable Retirement with Bassam Sabbagh
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, meet photographer Bassam Sabbagh who retired after a successful career in aerospace engineering to follow his dream of explori...
Bonus: When You Can't Do "Normal" Photoshoots #2
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this second bonus episode about going back to work in the time of COVID-19, we have invited a few SBE members to talk about their experience having...
Working Full Time While Running a Photography Business with Lindsey Snavely
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, you're going to hear a different story than you're used to on this podcast. In today's episode, host Nikki Closser interviews portrait phot...
How the SBE Model Helped Kelly Day to Support her Family After Leaving Her Job
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Afraid to take that big step in your life that could change everything? Then, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode for inspiration! In thi...
Using Same-Day Reveals to Build the Life She Loves with Hadonica Murphy
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had an emotionally draining job that you dreamt of leaving to follow your true passion? If yes, you'll want to hear this episode! Today'...
Bonus: When You Can't Do "Normal" Photoshoots
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special bonus episode, we have invited a few SBE members to talk about their experiences having to keep their photography business running du...
Following her Dream and Making $3500 per Photoshoot Using Paid Ads with Angi Lewis
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is Angi Lewis, a portrait photographer from Houston, TX who has found incredible success in her business by applying the Sue Bryce Educa...
From Bartender to Making $3200 per Photoshoot with a Full Fledged Studio with Cat Ford-Coates
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Changing career can be a daunting thing. You constantly ask yourself if you're going to make it, while dealing with extraordinary financial pressure a...
Going Back to Photography after 20 years as a School Counselor with Julie Ulstrup
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you ever stray away from your true passion to get a regular job, and now dream of going back? Then, this is the episode for you! This week, busine...
How Mitzi Starkweather Nearly Doubled Her Photography Income by Hiring Her Husband
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had to work alongside your significant other? You are not the only one! In this week's episode, host Nikki Closser interviews Mitzi Star...
Nikki Closser Shares Her Story: From Burned Out Social Worker to Successful Photographer
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a special episode! Our host, Nikki Closser, becomes a guest and shares how she went from burned out social worker to successful photogra...
Building a Multi-Genre Photography Business Using the SBE Model with Joanna Booth
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you ever want to give up and quit photography? Then, this episode will definitely inspire you! Today's guest is Joanna Booth, a successful photogr...
$20k in Debt to Making $2,400/shoot with Gerson Lopes
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been afraid to make a big change in your life and get into debt? You aren't alone! Today's guest is Gerson Lopes, a successful portrait ...
Stay-at-Home Mom Makes $4500/shoot Using Cultural Portraits with Mapuana Reed
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you wanted to start your own business and explore your passion but it just sounded too scary or impossible to do? If so, this ...
Friday Bonus: Photoshoot Consultation
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever done a consultation with your clients? It seems that so many portrait photographers miss this really important step of selling. In this ...
Thursday Bonus: Marketing Intensive
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how to market your photography business? If so, this is the episode for you! This bonus clip was taken from a 2-day workshop th...
Wednesday Bonus: Manifestation
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever struggled with self-value, then you'll want to hear this episode! In this bonus clip taken from Sue Bryce's keynote at the 2019 Portrai...
Tuesday Bonus: Posing 101
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard someone say that they hate being photographed or being in front of a camera? That's because they don’t know what to do when some...
Monday Bonus: Money Leaks
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had trouble keeping and making money? You aren't alone! In this bonus episode, taken from an educational video available on the Sue Bryc...
$2.700 Photoshoots in a Small Farm Town with Bethany Johs
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you have ever felt you couldn’t have a successful photography business because of your location, you aren’t alone! In today’s show, host Nikk...
Bonus: My First $1000 Sale pt 3
09 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember your first $1,000 sale? We often hear from photographers that raising their prices can be scary. And what we have found is that once p...
Money Mindset in an Economic Downturn with Sue Bryce
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our Sue Bryce Education Facebook Members Group, we’ve been having great conversations about what’s happening in the world right now and how it’...
BONUS: Staying Busy While Staying Home
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we enter another week of self-quarantine, it’s important to keep busy and handle your business while at home. We asked Sue Bryce Education member...
Corporate MBA to Full-Time Photographer with Karianne Munstedt
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“I had the comfy corporate job, making over 6 figures with all the great benefits and now I’m coming to my husband saying - I want to give that al...
Bonus: My First $1,000 Sale! pt 2
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember your first $1,000 sale? We often hear from photographers that raising their prices can be scary. And what we have found is that once p...
Corporate Drag to Creative Success Using Dream Shoots with Alice Prenat
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Photography isn’t always viewed as a profession but merely a hobby and this simply isn’t true! If you’d like to hear how one photographer change...
COVID-19 and our Photo Businesses with Sue Bryce
19 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As small business owners, being prepared for changes in the economy is challenging. When a crisis hits we are flooded with information which in return...
Thriving Senior Photographer Makes the Decision to Go Part-Time - with Mackenzie Fugett
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to find the perfect balance between family and career? If so, you aren’t alone and do we have the best episode for you! This week...
Hobbyist to Profitable Photographer, Conquering Fears to Find Success with Leon McDonald
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you always dreamed of owning a photography business but didn't know how to get started? If so, today’s an episode you won’t want to miss! Thi...
Bonus: My First $1,000 Sale!
05 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a special episode! We often hear from people that raising their prices can be so scary and what we find is that once photographers can get th...
Burned Out Wedding Photographer to a 6 Figure Portrait Business with Ashleigh Taylor
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“I went from being one of the best wedding photographers in my area, making great money, building my business but I wanted to take my dreams to the ...
Boudoir and the Sue Bryce Business Model? with Arnica Spring Rae
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does having a successful boudoir business sound impossible to you? If so, you’ll want to hear how this next guest went from running a thriving boudo...
Starting Over at 60. Using Age as Your Superpower with Kitti McMeel
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Starting over your career can be scary at any age, especially after the age of 60. But we’re here to share with you how to take your age from a limi...
Over $1,800 average sale using creative networking in Tampa with Kristina Houser
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking to provide financial freedom for your family but not sure how to achieve it? Then do we have the episode for you! This week, host Nikk...
€2500 Average Sale! In a Small Belgium Town with Wendy De Craemer
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt that your photography business couldn’t be successful because of your demographic? If you have, you aren’t alone! In today’s ...
From full-time teacher to making over $200,000 doing what she loves with Saray Taylor-Roman
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you found yourself stuck in a job that didn’t fuel your passion but not sure how to change careers? In this week’s episode, host Nikki Closse...