Nicole first joined my Full Time Wedding Photography course as a student—and today, she’s a strong and steady voice inside the Wedding Photography Society. Watching her grow from “just starting out” to building a solid foundation for her photography business has been so inspiring. In this conversation, Nicole shares what it actually looks like to t…

In this episode, I’m coaching Society member Kyleigh Kerschner as she prepares to go from second shooter to lead photographer. At the time of this call, she had second-shot over 15 weddings—but hadn’t booked her first as a primary yet. (Spoiler: she has now! 🎉) We talk through the mindset shifts, confidence hurdles, and practical steps to help make…

I realize this is a VERY niche episode..but it's something that I wondered about: the demands of a thriving wedding photography career while breastfeeding? In this episode, I dive into the real journey of balancing motherhood with a high-stress job. Through my personal story, I recount the steep learning curve of those initial three weeks of breast…

Balancing the demands of breastfeeding with a career in wedding photography might seem like an impossible feat. Join me, Catherine Guidry, as I share my deeply personal journey of breastfeeding both of my daughters while navigating the high-pressure world of wedding photography. You'll hear about the rewarding bonding experiences, especially with m…

Strap in for a heartfelt journey through the lens of a wedding photographer embracing the transformative tides of pregnancy and motherhood. I am pulling back the curtain on the rollercoaster of emotions that come with photographing weddings while your own life is brimming with MAJOR, expectant changes. Balancing client commitments with the unpredic…

There comes a point in life when the plates we juggle begin to wobble , threatening to come crashing down. As a wedding photographer and mother, I've danced on this tightrope, balancing my lens on love-filled ceremonies with the unscripted chaos of raising two tiny children. The heart of this episode lies in a raw and open dialogue about the challe…

After taking a few months off following the birth of our little girl, I'm popping in to give a little update on where we are right now!! There are MANY episodes to come (and maybe in a slightly different format). I can't wait to share all the things with you soon!! Thank you for being here!! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the …

Ready to scale your photography business but unsure about building an associate team? Let's discuss! With a successful 15-year career under my belt, I've chosen to nurture my individual boutique luxury brand. Yet, I understand the allure of expansion and passive income for many photographers. This episode helps you decide if and when shooting solo …

Prepare to be inspired as we journey through the captivating world of award-winning artist and passionate photographer, Elizabeth Messina. A master of intimate portraiture, Elizabeth has honed her craft to create powerful, intimate images, where the essence of her subjects shines through. Starting with photographing friends and family, Elizabeth ha…

Knowing the differences between zoom lenses and prime lenses will help you decide which is best to use in different photography situations. PRICING GUIDE (FREE): https://catherineguidry.com/pricing-guide-yt POSING GUIDE (FREE): https://catherineguidry.com/posing-guide-yt EDUCATION SHOP: https://catherineguidry.com/education TEMPLATES, CONTRACTS, CO…

What if the secret to capturing those perfect shots lay not just in your skills as a photographer, but in the type of camera bag you use? Prepare to have your mind expanded as I walk you through the choices that confront every wedding photographer when selecting a camera bag - be it backpacks, shoulder bags, or rolling bags, and how they can impact…

Ready to leap from part-time to full-time photography? I'm Catherine Guidry, and I'll guide you through my personal journey of making that big shift. This episode is packed full of essential wisdom, from constructing a robust portfolio and crafting a unique brand identity to widening your professional network and nailing down correct pricing for yo…

When I speak with other photographers, I commonly hear that editing is their LEAST favorite part of the job. It doesn’t HAVE to be, though! I am going to share tips for shooting images, editing software that I LOVE, how we do our post processing, and things to do and not do when editing! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link…

Ever wondered how to set the perfect price for your wedding photography services? In this episode I'm breaking down the why and how of profitable pricing. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Cl…

As wedding photographers, we’re business owners - which means we’re also marketers! Are you ready to transform your wedding photography business with the power of marketing strategy? CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Wat…

Learn how to make the best of a difficult lighting situation and still make great wedding photography! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download th…

Strong reviews and referrals come from great experiences with your clients. Learn strategies to work with your wedding photography clients. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hwJfH7Rx7q0 CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write …

Learn the must have gear for your wedding photography business! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/1WqQ-lYrCnU CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class…

What are the essential skills you need to run and maintain a successful wedding photography business? I'm here to take you through it! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE B…

Where and how should you share your pricing with clients? This can always be a little bit of a trick question for wedding photographers! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE…

Considering going into the wedding photography industry? Here are pros and cons of being a wedding photographer! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class D…

As a business owner of 15 years, I’ve learned plenty of ways to save money in your photography business – and I’m sharing them with you in this week’s YouTube video! Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqOsh29D70U CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click…

The reason it’s so important to understand the money side of your business – especially if you’re a creative – is because you want to continue to do what you love for a living! And you’ll learn JUST THAT in this week’s YouTube video 🎥 CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and…

Do you want to be a primary photographer, get more jobs as a second photographer, or move from a second role into an associate photographer role? If you do, the FASTEST way is to do an amazing job as a second photographer! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the s…

How are you organizing/storing your photographs? Let me share! 💻 ***Follow along with the video here! It’s the piece of the business MANY photographers miss. You prep for a wedding, show up, and take the images. You go home… and then what? How in the world do you organize your photos in a way that’s easy to manage and great for the client? This is …

Want all of my best tips about photographing a wedding ceremony? Check out this episode, or the video guide HERE! If you’re photographing your FIRST wedding soon, you’re probably feeling very excited… and a little nervous! The most important thing, aside from getting the proper gear, is understanding the flow of the ceremony and understanding where…

I truly believe you can have an amazing website and book high-end, luxury clients with those templates – WITHOUT hiring a custom designer. I’ve paid website designers to create a custom site… only to have to pay them HOURLY on top of that to update the website. It was incredibly cumbersome and expensive. 🤦🏼‍♀️ I’m here to tell you there are beautif…

What are some concrete ways to improve your online presence and business, so you get a fully-booked calendar during proposal season? Watch it on YouTube! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Cla…

HOW to handle common business mistakes… so you can walk away stronger, wiser, and with happy clients. Here we talk all about HOW to handle common business mistakes… so you can walk away stronger, wiser, and with happy clients. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click t…

We’ve learned what makes a good videographer and who to refer – and you can learn too! Although the order of booking can vary, most times the client will book the venue and/or planner first, and then the photographer. At that point, we’re given the opportunity to recommend a videographer. 📽️😓 That can be daunting! If you find yourself in that situa…

The "First Looks" conversation needs to be approached with care and understanding. Photographers LOVE a first look...so I'm diving into how to make that happen for your business! Check out the YouTube video here! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink t…

If you’re planning for maternity leave as a photographer and feeling that anxiety, I’m here for you! In the years leading up to my first pregnancy, I had a LOT of anxiety about how to plan and prepare for maternity leave. I had so many questions about how everything would play out… and if you’re expecting or planning for parenthood, you probably kn…

Losing your photos is a legitimate fear, and something I hope never happens to you – but if it ever does, it’s crucial to have a good system to back up wedding photos! I'll be screen sharing in this one, so be sure to check out the video here to see behind-the-scenes! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to whe…

We want to work with wedding planning teams who can field logistical questions so we can focus on what we do best… photography! But how in the world do you know what’s typical for a wedding planner, ESPECIALLY if you’re new to the industry? We LOVE our great wedding planners. We’re so thankful to be in a place in our business where a large majority…

What if, instead of outsourcing to an editor, you could edit yourself for a fraction of the cost? 💵 What if you could edit your photos in minutes? ⏰ What if, instead of outsourcing to an editor, you could edit yourself for a fraction of the cost? 💵 What if I told you that you could do this with artificial intelligence? 🤔 If that sounds weird to you…

Have you ever felt super nervous trying to create a wedding timeline and shot list? 😓 Not every wedding will come with a wedding planner so it’s important we know how to step up and take on this task. I know how that feels. I’ve been there! But I’m here to tell you that every bit of planning and preparation is worth it! I’ve been photographing wedd…

Are you preparing to photograph your first ever wedding?! I know what that feels like. Even though my very first wedding was in the Fall of 2008 and it feels like AGES ago… I can still remember all the events of that day like it was yesterday. I still remember the feeling of being SO nervous, but absolutely loving it. I knew deep down this was what…

Whether you’re a business owner, a creative, or someone in the wedding photography industry, I want to share my favorite communication app with you – because I KNOW you can benefit from it! (I am in no way affiliated with this company; I am only sharing because I love it that much!) Voxer is like if iMessage and a walkie-talkie had a baby… but with…

Do you struggle to make flatlays? Are you unsure how to style your images in a beautiful, eye-catching, and consistent way? Your clients will want to remember every detail of their special day. They’ll want to see the textures on the invitation and the fonts that were used… and it’s our responsibility as photographers to make sure we capture that. …

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Congratulations to you! 🥳 If you’re here, you’ve either started a wedding photography business, or you’re considering starting one! And if you’re the latter, consider this a nudge in the right direction. 😉 After photographing weddings for 15 years, I can say it’s an incredibly rewarding career. It has truly changed my heart, and become a very profi…

In this episode, I’m sharing everything that happened in my business in 2022 in the hopes it will inspire you as you plan YOUR photography business goals for the new year! I’ve been reflecting, and there’s SO much to be grateful for in 2022. We launched a membership society (the Wedding Photography Society), the Full Time Wedding Photography course…

I have experienced many unexpected things during my career, and I’ve heard enough nightmare stories from other photographers to know… the contract is there to protect you! This is a high-dollar investment your clients are making, and a BIG commitment on your part as the photographer for an event that cannot be replicated. Everyone has to be in tota…

If you’re someone who’s interested in starting a wedding photography business, or would like to level-up your current business… YOU’RE the reason I created the Full Time Wedding Photography course 🎉🎉 I didn’t build a six-figure wedding photography business overnight. Mistakes were made 🙈 I had to learn a lot on my own. It hasn’t been easy, but it h…

We all have goals and plans for our business, but have you ever considered your prices might be holding you back from getting there? 🤔 Did you know that prices are SAYING something about your wedding photography business? 🗣️ Whether you realize it or not, all of your prices are communicating things to your clients… and actually changing the course …

If you’re worried you don’t know enough about finances to start your own photography business, I’m here to tell you that it CAN be done! I didn’t even know what a deposit was was I started my business 😵‍💫 I know…but we all have to start somewhere right? Now, I’m successfully running a full-time sustainable business. If you’re worried you don’t know…

After spending years building my wedding photography business into what it is today, I’m here to give you the tips you NEED to do the same! I didn’t have enough money to buy my own gear 😲…THAT’S where I was when I started my business. In the beginning, I had to build my wedding photography business from the ground up. Meaning, I never had a busines…

It’s easy to think we can wait to WOW our clients until they get their images back… but did you realize you can start to impress them from the moment they inquire about your services? 🤔 It’s easy to think we can wait to WOW our clients until they get their images back… but did you realize you can start to impress them from the moment they inquire a…

Tune in to learn some tips and tricks to make the wedding party block of the day run smoothly and efficiently! Want to know one of the parts of a wedding day that used to give me anxiety? 😰 Wedding parties. Have you felt the same way before?! Thankfully, by now, I’ve become more comfortable and I don’t get those nerves anymore. But honestly, I reme…

Tune in to today's episode for our daily routine as a work-at-home family and strategies for working at home so you feel less frazzled. To all of you parents out there trying to make it work, I feel you. I hear you. It is so hard! My desire is to help other people who might be on the same journey we are on. Check out the video on my YouTube channel…