Episodes
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I started my photography business in 1999, and I had my twins in 2006. So I had been in business for a while before becoming a mom and I remember feeling super worried about how I was going to run a business while also being a good mom once they were born.
I was afraid the business would take too much time and would pull me away from my kids. I was worried that my kids would pull me away from the work I need to do in my business. And I worked really hard to design the perfect work/ life balance.
Well, those twins turned 18 last month, and they graduated from high school a few days ago, and what I’ve learned over the past 18 years is that perfect work/life balance is a myth! And so on today’s podcast, thats what I’m going to talk about!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/06/18/the-myth-of-work-life-balance/
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How to Book More Photography Clients Without Spending All Your Time Marketing
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
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This week on the podcast, I chatted with photographer and SEO expert, Liz Putnam. Liz is a Sandra Coan Certified photographer and is teaching a workshop at our upcoming Certification Retreat.
Stay tuned to hear her tips for photographer getting started with SEO!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/06/11/what-every-photographer-needs-to-know-about-seo-with-liz-putnam/
LIZ PUTNAM
SEO 3 Day Challenge: https://lizputnam.com/sandra/
Website: lizputnam.com
Instagram: @liz_putnam_
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Apply Now: https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now
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Last week I hosted an “Open House” Zoom call for people who had questions about Sandra Coan Certification, and several of our current members joined the callNow, it’s one thing for me to slide into your inbox and tell you how great Sandra Coan Certification is. It’s another thing entirely to hear what the people who are in the program have to say! Here are some of the take-aways the call!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/05/21/is-sandra-coan-certification-worth-it/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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We’re opening applications for Sandra Coan Certification is just two weeks! And so on today’s episode, I’d love to talk discuss the elephant in the room in regards to that program which is, do you need a certification to be a professional photographer? And are there any benefits to having one? Is it actually necessary? So if you are considering joining the Sandra Coan Certification program, or any other certification program, this episode is for you!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/05/07/do-you-need-a-certification-to-be-a-successful-photographer/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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One of the benefits about being in the Sandra Coan Certification program is the opportunity to have one-on-one meetings with me as you work through the program.
I know a lot of people have questions about what the one-on-one calls are like, so you can listen to one!
Sit down with me and Laura Watts Walsh to talk about Certification!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/30/sandra-coan-certification-review/
LAURA WATTS WALSH
https://www.instagram.com/laurawattswalshphoto/
https://www.laurawattswalsh.com/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
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I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I work with over 150 clients a year, and I don’t do any active marketing for my studio. So, on today’s podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly how I’m able to get away with that… and I’m going to walk you through the exact method I set up for myself YEARS ago, that makes it possible for me to have a successful photography business WITHOUT doing the marketing busy work!
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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One of the big changes to hit the photography industry recently is AI. Recently, I shared a post in one of my FB groups about how I’ve been using it in my business, and got a comment about how it’s going to be the end of the photography industry and we should all beware. So, on today’s episode, I’m going to share my thoughts on AI: how it hurts us, how it helps us, and how to use it wisely in your photography business
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/16/ai-and-your-photography-business-how-it-hurts-how-it-helps-and-how-to-use-it-wisely/
LINKS
Imagen AI
https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=sandracoan
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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The secret to your success is NOT your technical skill. It is NOT your marketing know-how either.
It’s your confidence.
Confidence is the key to making your dreams come true. It is the bridge between wanting and having.And on today’s episode, I’m going to share what I’ve learned over the course of my 25 year career about how to get it.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/02/the-secret-to-success-in-your-photography-business/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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Welcome to Unpopular Opinions! I'm Sandra Coan, an award-winning photographer, and in this episode, I talk with my friend, Rebecca Hunnicutt.
Rebecca Hunnicutt is a photography educator who teaches photographers at all levels how to turn ordinary locations into extraordinary images with confidence and ease, AND how to further elevate those images with post processing. She's also a lifestyle family and children's photographer based in Portland Oregon capturing joy filled images of families and today's contemporary kids at local preschools.
Join us as Rebecca walks us through her process and we touch on the importance of moving your body, identifying patterns in your work, and finding your signature style.
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
Rebecca Hunnicutt
Webinar:
Three common composition mistakes and why to avoid them
Course Link:
Composition & Color | Turn Ordinary Locations Into Extraordinary Images
Website:
https://www.hunnicuttphotography.com
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.education
https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.photography
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There is so much I love about the photography industry. I love art. I love what this career has given me. I love the life I’ve been able to build because of what I do. And I’ve met some truly creative, wonderful people because of this job.
But like all industries, the photography space has a dark side as well. It can be very competitive. And competition can sometimes bring out the worst in people. So, on today’s episode, I want to talk about how to stay above it all, and run an ethical photography business that is inline with you and your values.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/03/19/how-to-run-an-ethical-photography-business/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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What does it mean to create “authentic” photos as a newborn and family photographer? I can not tell you how many photography groups and forums I have been in where people have talked about authenticity, and specifically how the reason that they don’t work in a studio, or use artificial light is because they want to take “real” photos or authentic images. So, what does authenticity even mean? And is it possible to get real, authentic photos as a studio photographer?
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/03/12/what-does-it-mean-to-take-authentic-portraits/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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Hi friends! On this episode of the podcast, we are talking about imposter syndrome. As a self-taught photographer, I struggled for years with imposter syndrome. Now it it my mission to eliminate imposter syndrome in my communite by building confidence using the Do, Be, Have approach.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/03/05/how-i-overcame-imposter-syndrome/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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Welcome to Unpopular Opinions! I'm Sandra Coan, an award-winning photographer, and in this episode, I talk with my friend, photographer and mindfulness educator, Kenna Klosterman.
The conversation touches on the challenges of managing expectations and self-judgment and the value of mindfulness practices.
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
Kenna Klosterman:
Kenna Klosterman is a travel & portrait photographer, tour leader, educator and international emcee. For over a decade she hosted 1000+ CreativeLive workshops, classes and podcast episodes across the subjects of photography, filmmaking, graphic design, art and entrepreneurship. Practicing a life of presence on Whidbey Island in the Pacific Northwest, Kenna leads mindfulness retreats and teaches meditation. She loves nothing more than to hold space for people to have creative and transformational experiences around the globe.
@kennaklosterman
http://www.kennakphoto.com
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Whenever I ask photographers what their number one struggle is, the answer is always the same! Marketing. And I get it! No one is born knowing how to market themselves. It’s definitely a learned skill and it can feel intimidating.
In fact, a lot of people feel so overwhelmed when it comes to marketing that they just choose not to do it, relying on their photos alone to find them clients. And that, my friends, is a really bad idea. So on today’s episode, I’m going to share 5 tips for marketing your photography business!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/02/20/five-tips-for-marketing-your-photography-business/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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I’ve seen a lot of talk lately on social media and in Facebook groups about the state of the photography industry and whether or not it’s dying.
People are worried about the economy, people are noticing things changing and they are freaked out. So, on today’s episode, I’m chiming in and sharing my thoughts about the health of the photography industry based on my 25 years of experience.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/02/13/is-the-photography-industry-dying/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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Okay all of you business moms out there, this episode is for you. I started my business in 1999, six years before I had my twins. But I remember being worried about how I was going to manage my business and continue to grow once they were born.I know I'm not alone. So on today’s episode, I’m going to share what I’ve learned now that my twins are 18 about balancing motherhood and my career!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/01/23/how-to-find-photography-clients/
LINKS
Apply Now! https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now
New Website: https://sandracoanstudios.com/
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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Welcome to Unpopular Opinions! I'm Sandra Coan, an award-winning photographer, and in this episode, I chat with the talented Rachel Larsen Weaver.
We discuss the power of storytelling in photography and the key to long-term success.
Rachel shares her unique approach of combining writing with photography through a weekly newsletter, fostering a deep connection with clients.
And keep listening till the end to hear us share some unpopular opinions of our own!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/01/30/unpopular-opinions-with-rachel-larsen-weaver-and-sandra-coan/
WHERE TO FIND RACHEL
Instagram Account:
@rachel.larsen.weaver
Website link:
https://www.rachellarsenweaver.com/LINKS
Apply Now! https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now
New Website: https://sandracoanstudios.com/
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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Hey, fellow photographers! Struggling to land clients? We've got your back on the podcast today. It's all about nailing that communication game.Think your portfolio is a bit all over the place? We're diving into that. From having a consistent look to upgrading your tech skills, we're spilling the beans on how to make your work stand out.
But hold up, it's not just about the pics. We're talking about your website, blogs, and even those Instagram captions. Are you addressing what your clients care about? Because that matters!
Feeling a bit lost? No worries! Slide into our DMs or check out our SCC program. We're all about giving you the lowdown on how to level up both your visuals and your words. Your work deserves that spotlight, and we're here to guide you!
And an important announcement: Applications are currently open for Sandra Coan Certification! Applications are reviewed as they come in and there are a limited number of spots so get your application in today.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/01/23/how-to-find-photography-clients/
LINKS
Apply Now! https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now
New Website: https://sandracoanstudios.com/
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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Hi friends! A couple of weeks ago I hosted a webinar called From Doubt to Dollars: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Grow your Photography Business in the Process. Between the two days that I gave the webinar, we had a little over a hundred photographers register and we ended up having some great conversations. On today's episode, I'm sharing the audio from that webinar.
And an important announcement: Applications are currently open for Sandra Coan Certification! Applications are reviewed as they come in and there are a limited number of spots so get your application in today.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/01/16/how-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome-and-grow-your-photography-business/
LINKS
Apply Now! https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now
New Website: https://sandracoanstudios.com/
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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Listen friends, there is a major problem with the way the photography education system is set up and I believe it's hurting you, the photographer. It’s keeping you stuck. It’s contributing to feelings of insecurity and imposter syndrome and it’s wasting your hard earned money and your precious time.So on today’s episode I’m going to talk about it. I’m sharing what the problem is, why it’s keeping you stuck and what I’m doing for my community to break the cycle.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/01/09/you-dont-know-what-you-dont-know-and-its-probably-hurting-your-photography-business/
LINKS
New Website: https://sandracoanstudios.com/
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
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