I share my thoughts on various "hot takes" in the wedding industry. I discuss how Pinterest shot lists can stifle creativity and why having more gear doesn't necessarily mean better photography. I also touch on the inefficiency of overshooting and how trendy edits can age quickly. I express my appreciation for AI culling as an efficient tool and emphasize the importance of sneak peeks. Lastly, I talk about how styled shoots can set unrealistic expectations for couples. Each topic is explored through my personal experiences and insights, offering a comprehensive view of current wedding photography trends.

Key takeaways:

• Rigid Pinterest shot lists and overplanning can stifle creativity. Trusting your photographer’s intuition while sharing overall inspiration leads to more natural and meaningful images.
• Great wedding photography comes from experience, timing, and knowing your tools, not from having the newest gear or shooting thousands of frames.
• Trends in editing, decor, and styling will always date a wedding in some way, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. A balance between timeless and trendy can still feel meaningful years later.
• Smart timelines and good lighting matter just as much as decor. When planners and photographers collaborate, the day runs smoother and the final gallery benefits.
• Modern tools like AI culling and timely sneak peeks are not shortcuts. They are efficient ways photographers can deliver better experiences while maintaining a healthy work life balance.

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My mom joined me on this special episode to discuss the lessons that influenced my journey into photography and self-employment. We talk about resilience, leading with calm under pressure, discovering creativity later in life, and how her quiet support helped me follow my own path. Along the way, we touch on wedding photography, travel, and why curiosity and passion are essential to any career.

Key takeaways:

• A strong work ethic and calm leadership are learned long before they show up in a career. The way you show up under pressure sets the tone for everyone around you.
• Creativity is not always obvious early on. Sometimes it’s discovered through life, curiosity, or necessity and grows when it’s supported rather than forced.
• In wedding photography personality matters just as much as technical skill. Couples choose photographers who bring confidence, calm, and trust into emotionally charged moments.
• Growth comes from staying curious. Continuing education, observing trends, and expanding your perspective are essential to staying relevant and fulfilled in a creative business.
• Travel deepens both life experience and artistic vision. Exposure to different cultures, environments, and ways of living informs how you see, photograph, and connect with people.

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I’m recapping my year in wedding photography and reflecting on what 2025 really looked and felt like for me. It was a busy year filled with weddings, social events, networking, creative challenges, and some big personal milestones, including getting married. I talk about the shifts I noticed in the wedding industry, from smaller guest counts and true to life editing to a stronger preference for candid, editorial moments. I also share lessons I learned about pivoting on wedding days, saying no more often, being more intentional with my work, and redefining what success actually means to me. This episode is less about growth for the sake of growth and more about alignment, sustainability, and serving couples in a way that feels genuine.

Key takeaways:

• Couples are valuing candid, natural moments over posed photos more than ever.
• Smaller, intimate weddings allow couples to focus on aesthetics and guest experience.
• Flexibility and the ability to pivot on wedding days is an essential skill.
• True-to-life editing and preserving authentic colors and skin tones keeps images timeless.
• Success is about serving couples intentionally, setting boundaries, and aligning work with your passion.

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