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Simplicity is not just an aesthetic choice. It is a business approach that can give photographers more clarity, more consistency, and more confidence. For newborn photographer Victoria Burcusel, removing the excess helped her strengthen her style, streamline her process, and build a studio experience that truly reflects her values.

In this episode, Victoria shares her journey from Romania to New Zealand to Australia and how each chapter shaped her creative identity. We talk about choosing a niche, learning from trusted mentors, developing strong lighting skills, and the power of creating with intention instead of relying on every prop or trend that comes along.

Victoria opens up about the mistakes she made early in her career, the pressure she felt to buy everything, the studio redesign that changed everything for her clients, and the freedom that came when she stopped trying to please everyone. Her honesty about growth, refinement, and staying true to what she loves will resonate with photographers in every stage.

If you have ever felt overwhelmed by trends, props, comparison, or the pressure to do more, Victoria’s story will encourage you to simplify, trust your foundations, and create from a place of confidence.

What’s in this episode:

• [02:15] Victoria’s journey from Romania to New Zealand to Australia
• [05:10] How she discovered newborn photography and why it clicked
• [08:20] The early overwhelm of buying too many props
• [10:42] Learning from mentors and what truly moved the needle
• [13:55] How simplifying her studio transformed her style
• [16:20] Lighting foundations and why they matter more than props
• [18:40] Creating a client experience that feels calm and intentional
• [21:05] The moment she stopped trying to please everyone
• [24:10] Why consistency creates confidence for both artist and client
• [26:50] Advice for photographers who feel unsure of their style

If you have ever felt overwhelmed by trends, props, comparison, or the pressure to do more, this conversation with Victoria will reassure you that less can truly lead to more.

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