The Art & Soul Show - Photography Podcast for Newborn and Family Photographers
Welcome to the Art and Soul Show where we dive heart-opening chats on photography, business, life and that messy in-between. You're more than a photographer. You're an artist, a dreamer, a business boss, and a creative. Listen in for conversations and advice on running a photography business, mindset, and creativity. This is the place you can go when you need a boost of encouragement, a kick in the pants, and inspiration to pick up your camera.
Episodes
290 episodes
Audacious vs. Audacity
Every single time I've chosen to quiet that audacity voice and lean into my audacious side, my life has expanded."Two words. They look almost identical on paper, but they feel completely different when you say them out loud. Audacious is...
You’ll Never Feel Ready, Because Ready Isn’t a Feeling, it's a Decision
"You are never going to feel ready, because ready isn't a feeling. It's a decision."That one hit me like a ton of bricks the first time I heard it. Because how much of our lives do we spend waiting? Waiting for clarity, for confidence, f...
Idea Graveyard
"The idea graveyard isn't proof of my failure. It is proof that I am alive and creative."Every creative has one. The half-finished projects, the abandoned plans, the supplies still in the bin with the tags on. We just don't talk about it...
When Fear of Fear Holds You Back
"It's not just fear itself. It's actually the fear of fear."That second layer is the one that keeps so many of us stuck. It's not the dials or the studio lights or the pose or the price increase that's really scary. It's the anticipation...
Is Over Delivering Actually Overcompensating Because You Are Scared ? … Because Same
“Is overdelivering actually just overcompensating because you’re scared?”That thought struck me because sometimes the urge to give more and more isn’t just generosity, it’s fear. Fear of not being enough, fear of disappointing clients, f...
This Contest Taught Me My Highest Value
“Sometimes losing is exactly what reveals your highest value.”There was a time when a simple Facebook cover contest left me devastated. I wanted the win, the validation, the proof that I belonged. But when the results came in and I reali...
When Easy Feels Uncomfortable: Untangling the Belief That Working Harder = Success
“What if business feels easy and instead of celebrating it, you feel uncomfortable?”So many of us carry the belief that the harder we work, the more successful we’ll be. We believe that worth equals hours, and that struggle is proof we’v...
My Math Isn't Your Own Math
“My math is not your own math.”Every photographer has been told what they should charge, how they should structure their packages, and which business model is the only “real” or “professional” one. And for many of us, t...
Is This Mine to Carry?
“We carry so much that was never ours to begin with.”Photographers are natural caretakers. We carry emotions, expectations, tension, family dynamics, weather, naps, meltdowns, and even outcomes we cannot control. And without realizing it...
Stop Playing Small: Shifting Mindset, Habits, and Confidence with Johl Dunn
Most photographers think better gear, stronger marketing, or a new strategy will fix what feels stuck in their business. But often, the real shift starts somewhere deeper.In this episode, I’m sitting down with mindset and business coach ...
The Shock Absorber
“We’re the shock absorbers: women and especially mothers. We absorb everything so everyone else can keep going.”When I heard Michelle Obama say those words, I had to pause and breathe. Because it named something I have been feeling for y...
The Psychology of Posing with Jodi Hendricks, Founder of Posers
Confidence is not just something you feel. It is something your clients feel from you.This incredibly enjoyable episode features my conversation with Jodi Hendricks from Posers and J. Anne Photography. We talk all about the powe...
Am I Invited or is My Camera?
Some invitations feel good. Others feel like a job you never agreed to.If you have ever been asked to “bring your camera” to a gathering you hoped to simply enjoy, you know exactly what I mean.In this solo episode, I am opening up...
Branding, Burnout & Breaking Free: How Understanding Money and Brand Archetypes Can Revitalize Your Photography Business with Stacey Owen
Your photography brand isn’t just about colors and logos—it’s a reflection of who you are. But what if you don’t fully understand yourself yet?In this episode, branding expert Stacey dives into the different money and brand arch...
Rising From the Rubble: When Your Business Feels Like It’s at Rock Bottom
“Rock bottom in business is not a sign of failure. It’s a signpost.”At some point, every creative entrepreneur will face a season when business feels like it’s crumbling: the clients aren’t booking, the passion is gone, or life circumsta...
When You Stop “Shoulding” and Start Listening with Fruzsina Jonas
There comes a moment in every photographer’s journey when the rules stop working, even though you are doing everything “right.”The templates feel tight. The “right” way feels wrong. And the business advice you are trying to follow does n...
Building a Profitable Photography Studio Without Burnout with Talea Wright
Pricing is not just a numbers game. It is the foundation of a sustainable photography business.In this episode, I chat with Talea Wright to have an honest conversation about pricing, cost of doing business, and what it truly takes to bui...
The Art of Connection in Photography with Russell Jackson
Connection is what turns a photograph into a memory.In this episode, I sat down with Russell Jackson to talk about the power of connection in photography and why the way your clients feel during a session matters just as much as...
Mind Your Own Business: Artistic Clarity with Victoria Burcusel
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 sty...
From Trend Cycles to Original Creations: How the Newborn Nerds Built a Thriving Prop Brand
Props come and go. Trends cycle in and out. But creativity, craftsmanship, and connection are what truly make a photography brand last.In this episode, I am joined by sisters Lindsey Stock and Amy Guenther of The Newborn Nerds. We talk a...
How to Build a High-End In-Home Newborn Brand with Chelsea Hickey
Photographers sometimes assume luxury is reserved for studios, but today’s guest proves that a high-end experience can thrive right inside your clients’ homes.Chelsea Hickey, the award-winning photographer behind Chicky Little Photograph...
How Do I Know I'm Ready to Charge?
“You will never feel ready. Ready is not a feeling. It is a decision.”Every photographer reaches a moment when they wonder if they are truly ready to charge. The doubt, the imposter syndrome, the fear of disappointing someone. It all sho...
Long Form Sessions, Audacious Self-Love & The Art of Noticing with Rachel Larsen Weaver
Some artists teach by accident. Others teach because they can’t help but pay attention: to connection, to people, and to themselves. Today’s guest, Rachel Larsen Weaver, is absolutely the latter.Rachel is an artist, educator, and photogr...
The Client That Lives Rent Free in Your Head
“We remember the handful of tough clients louder than the hundreds who adored us.”Every creative knows this feeling. You have a mountain of glowing reviews, grateful clients, emotional gallery reveals, and people who sing your praises, y...
Creating with Intention: Artistry, AI & Authenticity with Olguta Goddard
Art is changing and very fast. But even as technology evolves, our creativity and human touch will always matter most.In this episode, I’m joined by Olguta Goddard of Oh My Goddard Photography to talk about artistry, authenticit...