Failing Forward: The Mistakes That Actually Made Us Better | With Erin Brooks

The Dating Photography Niche: Confidence, Google Ads & Getting the Reps In | With Georgie Greene

Most photographers don’t think about dating apps when they think about photography. Headshots? Sure. Weddings? Definitely. Families, branding, portraits? Yep. But dating photography? That’s where Georgie Greene saw a gap. In this episode, I sit down with Georgie to talk about how she built a photography business around helping people get better photos for dating apps, especially men who don’t have good photos of themselves. But this conversation is about more than dating profiles. It’s about reinvention. Georgie spent 23 years working at the ABC before being made redundant. Then, five years ago, she picked up what she calls a “proper posh camera” and started again. No big ego. No pretending she had it all figured out. Just curiosity, hard work, and a willingness to get the reps in. Georgie talks about doing over 130 low-paid shoots through a photography platform, which she describes as learning professional photography on steroids. Georgie built her own website. She learned SEO. She learned Google Ads. We get into: Dating photography as a real niche Why so many men need better photos for dating apps Reinventing yourself after redundancy Starting photography later and feeling like you’re behind Why getting the reps in matters What low-paid photography platforms can teach you How Georgie helps nervous clients relax SEO, Google Ads, business listings, and organic traffic Why photographers need to understand marketing Why finding a specific niche can make it easier to get found online You don’t always need to do what every other photographer is doing. Sometimes the better move is to look for the thing nobody else is paying attention to yet. Then do the work. Listen to more: https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com [https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com] Connect with Georgie: Website: https://georgiegreenephotography.com [https://georgiegreenephotography.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgiegreenephotography/ [https://www.instagram.com/georgiegreenephotography/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiegreene/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiegreene/] Join Humble Togs Club: Humble Togs Club is my private community for photographers who support each other and grow together. https://www.humbletogsclub.com [https://www.humbletogsclub.com] Follow Kurt Sneddon: Website: https://www.kurtsneddon.com [https://www.kurtsneddon.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon [https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon [https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon [https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub [https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub] Enjoying the podcast? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you’re listening.

Turning Neurodiversity Into A Photography Superpower | With Elle Paradisis

TURNING NEURODIVERSITY INTO A PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER | WITH ELLE PARADISIS What happens when the thing that once made you feel different… becomes your greatest strength? In this episode of The Humble Togs Podcast, Kurt sits down with photographer Elle Paradisis to talk about late-diagnosed autism and ADHD, creativity, rejection sensitivity, confidence, and building a photography business around genuine understanding instead of performance. Elle shares her journey from feeling misunderstood growing up… to discovering a powerful niche photographing autistic families in a way that makes them feel safe, seen, and understood. This is a deeply honest conversation about: * neurodiversity and creativity * family expectations around “real careers” * learning photography later in life * fear of rejection and failure * creating emotionally connected family portraits * building trust with children on the spectrum * why empathy matters more than perfection * and how supportive communities can completely change someone’s confidence We talk about what actually makes a successful photography business — and why connection, patience, and emotional intelligence often matter far more than technical perfection. If you’ve ever felt “different,” struggled with confidence, or wondered whether there’s really a place for you in photography… this episode is for you. Follow Elle Paradisis: Website: https://www.ellementalfocusphotography.com.au/ [https://www.ellementalfocusphotography.com.au/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellementalfocusphotography/ [https://www.instagram.com/ellementalfocusphotography/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ellementalfocus [https://www.tiktok.com/@ellementalfocus] Listen & Follow The Humble Togs Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humble-togs-podcast/id1891909472 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humble-togs-podcast/id1891909472] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t5Wd1Dl06JH7IgpTBRdWO [https://open.spotify.com/show/2t5Wd1Dl06JH7IgpTBRdWO] Universal Podcast Link: https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com [https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com] Follow Kurt Sneddon: Website: https://www.kurtsneddon.com [https://www.kurtsneddon.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon [https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon [https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/ [https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub [https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub] 📸 Join Humble Togs Club: https://www.humbletogsclub.com [https://www.humbletogsclub.com]

She Built a Photography Business While Raising Kids and Studying Full-Time | With Katelynn Parker

Katelynn didn’t start with a thoroughly laid out business plan. She started with a camera, an online class, and a bit of curiosity. While living in Japan as a "military wife", she began learning photography by practicing on friends and their kids. From there, she built a real client base shooting family sessions and military graduations… eventually growing a thriving business in Joshua Tree — a place she originally thought wouldn’t work at all! She almost sold her camera gear at one point and was ready to give up! In this episode, we get into what it actually looks like to build a photography business in real life — not the polished version. We talk about: * balancing photography with raising kids and studying full-time * building a client base whilst constantly have to relocate the family * why connection matters more than “perfect” photos * the mistakes that made her better * and the reality that most of us are just figuring it out as we go If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have a clear plan or you’re behind where you should be… this one’s for you. Also check out Katelynn's blog about what changed for her when she met me on TikTok: https://www.bykatelynnparker.com/blog/how-a-random-tiktok-live-became-a-whole-new-creative-chapter [https://www.bykatelynnparker.com/blog/how-a-random-tiktok-live-became-a-whole-new-creative-chapter] ---------------------------------------- 🔗 KATELYNN’S LINKS * Website: https://www.bykatelynnparker.com/ [https://www.bykatelynnparker.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katelynnparkerphotography_/ [https://www.instagram.com/katelynnparkerphotography_/] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katelynnparkerphoto [https://www.tiktok.com/@katelynnparkerphoto] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/120823098578700/ [https://www.facebook.com/120823098578700/] ---------------------------------------- 🔗 KURT SNEDDON'S LINKS * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon [https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon [https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/ [https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub [https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub] ---------------------------------------- 🎧 Listen to more episodes wherever you get you podcasts or click here: https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com/ [https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com/] If this episode hits home, there’s a community built around exactly this kind of conversation inside Humble Togs Club. Join the Club here: https://www.humbletogsclub.com/ [https://www.humbletogsclub.com/] Please leave a review or a comment. That means a lot too as we begin to get the podcast off the ground!

She Almost Quit Photography After Getting Bullied Online... Now She's Booked Up | With Jessa Scott

Most people don’t talk about this part of the creative process. The moment where you seriously consider quitting. Not because you don’t love photography… But because of how people treat you when you put your work out there. In this episode, I sit down with Jessa Scott — a photographer who went through exactly that. After being torn apart online when she was just starting out, Jessa hit a point where walking away from photography felt like the easiest option. And honestly… a lot of people do. But instead of quitting, she kept going. And what happened next is what makes this conversation worth listening to. Now she’s consistently booking clients, building real momentum, and showing up with a completely different level of confidence. We get into: * What actually happened when she posted her work and got attacked * How that experience affected her confidence (and how long it stuck around) * The turning point that stopped her from quitting * What she focused on instead of chasing perfection * How she started getting real client work * The difference between helpful feedback and the kind that just tears you down * What she’d say to someone who’s right on the edge of giving up This one matters. Because if you’ve ever felt like you’re not good enough… or like everyone else has it figured out except you… you’re not alone in that. And you’re definitely not the only one who’s thought about quitting. ---------------------------------------- LISTEN TO MORE: https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com [https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com] ---------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH JESSA: https://www.instagram.com/glow_with_jessa/ [https://www.instagram.com/glow_with_jessa/] https://hauteglowphotographywithjessa.mypixieset.com/ [https://hauteglowphotographywithjessa.mypixieset.com/] ---------------------------------------- JOIN HUMBLE TOGS CLUB: Humble Togs Club is my private community for photographers who actually support each other and help each other improve. No egos. No gatekeeping. Just real growth. https://www.humbletogsclub.com [https://www.humbletogsclub.com] ---------------------------------------- FOLLOW KURT SNEDDON: Website: https://www.kurtsneddon.com [https://www.kurtsneddon.com] Humble Togs Club: https://www.humbletogsclub.com [https://www.humbletogsclub.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon [https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon [https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/ [https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub [https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub] ---------------------------------------- ENJOYING THE PODCAST? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you’re listening — it genuinely helps more photographers find this and feel a little less alone in their journey.

Failing Forward: The Mistakes That Actually Made Us Better | With Erin Brooks

Nobody likes talking about their mistakes. Most people hide from them. Or feel shame about the idea of failing. But if you’ve been doing photography (or living as a human lol) for any amount of time… you’ve made them. Bad shoots. Missed moments. Edits that didn’t land. Situations where you walked away thinking, “That could’ve gone a lot better.” In this episode, I sit down with Erin Brooks to talk about the side of photography most people try to hide. The mistakes. Not the highlight reel. Not the polished portfolio. The stuff that actually shapes you. Because Erin. like me, doesn’t pretend she got everything right from the start. She shares the moments that didn’t go to plan… what went wrong… and what she did next. And that’s the part most people skip. We get into: * The early mistakes that shook her confidence * What it feels like when a shoot doesn’t go how you hoped * How she handled those moments instead of walking away * The difference between “failing” and actually learning * What changed in her approach after things went wrong * Why making mistakes is part of getting better (whether you like it or not) * How to keep going when your confidence takes a hit This episode is a good reset. Because if you’re in a phase where things aren’t clicking… or you feel like you’re behind… or like you should be better than you are right now… that’s not a sign to stop. It’s part of what you need to do every day, to learn, grow and get that little bit better every day. Without failure, growth isn't possible. ---------------------------------------- LISTEN TO MORE: https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com [https://podcast.humbletogsclub.com] ---------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ERIN: https://www.instagram.com/erinbrooksphotographer/ [https://www.instagram.com/erinbrooksphotographer/] https://www.erinbrooksphotographer.com/ [https://www.erinbrooksphotographer.com/] ---------------------------------------- JOIN HUMBLE TOGS CLUB: Humble Togs Club is my private community for photographers who support each other and grow together. No ego. No gatekeeping. Just real progress. https://www.humbletogsclub.com [https://www.humbletogsclub.com] ---------------------------------------- FOLLOW KURT SNEDDON: Website: https://www.kurtsneddon.com [https://www.kurtsneddon.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon [https://www.instagram.com/bykurtsneddon] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon [https://www.tiktok.com/@bykurtsneddon] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/ [https://www.facebook.com/byKurtSneddon/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bykurtsneddon/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub [https://www.youtube.com/@humbletogsclub] ---------------------------------------- ENJOYING THE PODCAST? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you’re listening — it helps more photographers find this and realise they’re not the only ones figuring it out as they go.