This month, our panel discusses how they look at pricing for photography and courses. We also discuss how video is coming into the business of photography. Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring Our featured topic is inspired by Julie's post about the year's color trends. Joining us is Photofocus author Julie Powell. The panel's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box, sharing what it's like to be a photographer from their distinct paths.  Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/shooting-photography/color-concepts-whats-in-for-2022/ Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers! Where to find us: Julie Powell: Juliepowellphotography.com Jeff Sullivan: jeffsullivanphotography.com Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

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Roundtable: "Color" with Julie Powell | S1, E2

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! This month we chat withphotographer and graphic designer Jesse Feyereisen. In our lively discussion Jesse is an open book, sharing great tips on how he's developed his creativity and discipline. He also discusses how he finds balance in his life between his photography craft, his day job, and his home life. Jesse Feyereisen is a photographer, graphic designer and digital creative from Wisconsin. To say he's versatile would be an understatement; he worked on everything from websites to print ads, video, photography, and more! After trying all sorts of genres of photography (from outdoors and wildlife, astrophotography, macro, product, etc.) he only recently discovered a new love for toy photography.And as a recent KelbyOne Photoshop Guru Award winner, his passion for the genre has only increased.You can check out his website here and say hi on Instagram here.   About your hosts Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education. Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com, She will readily admit it: she’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity! 

Mind Your Own Business: Fostering Your Creativity with Jesse Feyereisen

In Episode 1 of our Roundtable, our panel discusses their current interest in live events as well as how they are using social media.  Our featured topic is Lauri's post about using simple backgrounds.  This group's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box. Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/using-what-you-have-on-hand-as-backgrounds/ Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers! Thank you to our sponsor, Photomatix. Where to find us Lauri Novak: laurinovak.com and seewithlauri.com Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Roundtable: "Backgrounds" with Lauri Novak

 Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with photographer Bert Behnke. Bert shares what he's been doing to keep his photography business on track during these challenging times. We discuss: How Bert got started in the photography industry How he's staying focused and maintaining his business The role of education How he puts his portrait clients at ease during a photo session The dynamics of working with his wife on the photography business Upcoming ImagingUSA His upcoming programs Advice for photographers just starting out Bert can be found at BehnkePhoto.com Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Bert Behnke shares how he keeps his photo business on track

 Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with portrait photographer Kay Eskridge. Kay discusses how she's been serving her clients during the pandemic, as well as how she's taking care of herself and her family. We discuss: How Kay got started in the photography industry This is a teaser for the in-person program in January at Imaging USA Finding balance with her business and her family Opportunities to serve her clients during the pandemic How she's keeping her sanity during the pandemic Why taking care of mental health is so important for all of us Low hanging fruit for your business How she stays at the forefront of people's minds How her pet portraits are an untapped market during the pandemic Kay's advice for photographers just starting out Kay can also be found at ImagesbyKay.com   Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Kay Eskridge discusses how she serves her clients

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer, author, director and storyteller Joe McNally. Get ready to be inspired! --------------------------------------------------------------- We discuss: How Joe got started in the photograph industry Things he during his down time during the pandemic We discuss the new Nikon Z 9, the pro-level mirrorless camera, real-time autofocus tracking and speed  The Nikon Z 9's autofocus enhancements and enhanced video capabilities How he uses it out in the field, including his article discussing it His new book, the Real Deal, he wrote during the pandemic. Any advice for photographers just starting out You can find Joe McNally at: JoeMcNally.com You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Joe McNally shares stories from the field and how he uses the new Nikon Z 9

 Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with renowned photographer Art Wolfe’s as he celebrates his 70th birthday with the publication of his 124th book, Night on Earth! Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: How Art got started in the industry The impact the pandemic has had on his photography career Photographers and artists he drew inspiration from The backstory behind his new book, Night on Earth, available on his website and Amazon The discipline it takes to consistently write books The role of relationship building when traveling Advice for photographers just starting out Art Wolfe can be found at: ArtWolfe.com Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us: Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com  You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Share this podcast! Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. 

Beyond Technique: Art Wolfe discusses his business, his travels, and his latest book

 Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with portrait photographer Myron Fields. Get ready to be inspired! This episode is also a sneak peak into our Mind Your Own Business LIVE Imaging USA program in January 2021! We discuss: How Myron got started in the photography industry The importance of printed portraits over digital files How printed portraits can leave a powerful legacy Things he did to survive during the pandemic The importance of serving your clients Soft sell educational style of your website (educating the client) Advice for photographers just starting out You can find Myron at: Mfieldsphotography.com You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Myron Fields discusses the power of printed portraits and leaving a legacy

 Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with Arizona-based portrait and commercial photographer Allison Tyler Jones. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Allison got her start as a photographer What she did during the pandemic and survived The importance of developing your brand as a photographer Allison's program "The rework" , and how it's helping portrait photographers uniquely brand and confidently price their best work Why Allison's business focuses on being full service The importance of being uniquely YOU in your photography business Advice for photographers just starting out You can find Allison at: Atjphoto.com Atjphoto.com/photographers You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Allison Tyler Jones shares how to fully serve your clients

 Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat about how to make the most out of the road to seasonality as we move into the fourth quarter for your photography business. We cover some great ideas about how to move your business forward, so be ready to take notes! Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: Why now more than ever, your clients have a renewed sense of family, and how family portraits play a role Why you should stay in touch with your past clients The importance of being involved in your community How photographer Steven Gotz created coloring books for his clients with young children in order to lift their spirits. How a "portrait party" can be a great way to get your name out in the community. The importance of building a community calendar. The importance of your blog. How partnerships can revolutionize your business. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us: Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com  You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Share this podcast! Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photofocus/id512223214     

Beyond Technique: The Road to Seasonality and Profitability

 Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with New York based food photographer Andrew Scrivani about the food photography industry. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Andrew got his unusual start in food photography The role of relationship building in his career Some of the biggest challenges he's faced in the food photography industry as it changes The role social media plays in building your business today The discipline it takes to right a book, and how he marketed it Why it's crucial to be easy to work with Exciting projects he's working on Any advice for photographers just starting out You can find Andrew at: AndrewScrivani.com His profile on SpeakEasy.com You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Food photographer Andrew Scrivani discusses building relationships

 Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with Ali Furtwangler from NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org (NILMDTS) about the massive impact photographers are having with grieving families via their organization. Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: Ali's journey that brought her to photography The importance of giving back to grieving families The massive impact of becoming a NILMDTS photographer The benefits of joining NILMDTS, as opposed to trying to do it on your own The myths of dealing with grieving families Recruiter volunteer month coming up in September How to get involved with NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org   Apply for FREE at: NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org/apply-Skip (Use the promo code SKIP)   Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us: Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com  You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Share this podcast! Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. 

Beyond Technique: Ali Furtwangler shares the impact of giving back to grieving families

 Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with Chicago-based portrait photographer Andrew Michaels about building his business during these challenging times. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Andrew got started in his photography career Putting his dream on hold due to the pandemic The importance of special projects and giving back to the community His guest post about his special project "Familiar Faces" on SkipCohenUniversity.com Networking and the benefits of the ClickCon conference How he's built his photography business over time Advice for photographers just starting out You can find Andrew at: StateStreetPhotoStudio.com You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Andrew Michaels shares how he’s building his business

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with landscape and portrait photographer Kevin Gilligan about gaining momentum for your photography business. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Kevin got started in his photography career How he balances careers with his day job How to be purposeful and efficient as you build your business Why you shouldn't be afraid to fail The role and importance of education The importance of being diverse in your skillset The nuts and bolts of doing your own art exhibition The role of relationship building Any advice for photographers just starting out You can find Kevin at: Photosbykag.com You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review! 

Mind Your Own Business: Kevin Gilligan discusses gaining momentum for your photo business

 Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with commercial advertising photographer Aaron Van! He is a food, beverage, liquid and product specialist, and shares wonderful tips for those who want to break into the industry and hone their skills. Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: Aaron's journey into food photography The role of relationship building in his business What makes an image "crave-able" The difference between a food photographer vs someone who takes pictures of food His Kelby One class and how it can benefit food photographers How Platypod plays a role in his photography Advice for photographers just starting out You can find Aaron at: AaronVan.com Instagram.com/aaronvanphoto Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us: Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com  You can be the next guest on our podcast Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Share this podcast! Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. 

Beyond Technique: Aaron Van discusses food photography and telling "craveable" stories

Some of the most respected business owners and artists in photography are our guests. We are creating building blocks to help you develop a stronger foundation for your business and marketing skill sets, and sometimes even for your life! Download our newest feature, "PhotoShelter’s Beyond Technique" on the third Wednesday of each month. This new podcast features innovative ideas that will help you build a stronger business. "The Mind Your Own Business" podcast is a collaborative effort between Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Airing on the second Friday of the month each episode involves a leader in imaging who shares ideas that will help you become a stronger more well-rounded business owner and artist. Our other monthly podcast, The InFocus Interview show never slows down with ideas and guests to help you have your best year yet! Stay tuned to Photofocus.com for help with all your photography questions, inspiration, how-to’s along with lots more great podcasts. Thank you for listening.

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