Professional Photographer

How a Small Project Turned into a Global Photo Brand

What if your biggest business breakthrough came from doing what others said was impossible? Pat Miller sits down with visionaries Kahran and Reg, whose personal passion for empowering children of color has sparked a global movement and turned into a thriving photography business. In a world that often lacks representation and authentic diversity, Kahran and Reg share how betting on your vision can lead to your most impactful and profitable work. Episode Highlights 🎤💡: (02:28) - How CreativeSoul started in a garage (09:56) - How Afro Art became a global series (17:33) - From passion project to Disney collaboration Connect with Pat Miller ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpatmiller/] | Website [https://www.smallbusinesscommunity.com/] Connect with Creative Soul ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kahranbethencourt/] | Website [https://creativesoulphoto.com/about/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/creativesoulphoto] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/creativesoulphoto] | X [https://x.com/csphoto_atl]

Why Photographers Burn Out (And How to Fix It) with Rich Johnson

Unlock the secret sauce for lasting photo business success, as Pat Miller sits down with creative innovator Rich Johnson. Discover how “creative R&D” can explode both your portfolio and your bottom line, even if you’re burning out or stuck in a rut. Episode Highlights 🎤💡: (02:56) - Burnout and the experiment that changed everything (08:55) - Overcoming fear and taking creative risks (24:42) - Turning creativity into higher-paying clients Connect with Pat Miller ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpatmiller/] | Website [https://www.smallbusinesscommunity.com/] Connect with Rich Johnson ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/spectaclephoto/] | Website [https://spectaclephoto.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RichJohnsonAD/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/spectaclephoto/] | X [https://x.com/spectaclephoto]

How AI Can Make You a Better Photographer (Not Replace You) with Katrin Eismann

Ready to ditch frustration and finally make AI your photography ally? Pat Miller sits down with Adobe product manager and Sony Artisan of Imagery Katrin Eismann to shatter myths and show you how AI can supercharge your workflow without sacrificing authenticity or artistry. Episode Highlights 🎤💡: (03:04) - Why AI feels overwhelming (11:28) - AI changes shooting and editing (22:32) - Why photographers adopt AI Connect with Pat Miller ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpatmiller/] | Website [https://www.smallbusinesscommunity.com/] Connect with Katrin Eismann ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrin-eismann-696179206/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/p/Katrin-Eismann-Photography-100063365851746/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/katrin_eismann/]

How to Protect Your Photography from Screenshot Theft with Carl Bott

Photographers, are your online image proofs costing you more than you realize? Pat Miller dives straight into the revenue-killing screenshot epidemic with volume photography expert Carl Bott. Episode Highlights 🎤💡: (04:41) - The screenshot theft problem (08:49) - AI watermark removal is accelerating (12:55) - What happens when clients get caught Connect with Pat Miller ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpatmiller/] | Website [https://www.smallbusinesscommunity.com/] Connect with Carl Bott ⬇ Website [http://cbsportsphotography.com] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/cbphotographytn/] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@coffee_with_carl] | Facebook [https://web.facebook.com/groups/291041809667353?_rdc=1&_rdr#]

How Dog Photography Turned into a Full-Time Business with Jen Hillenga

Ready to discover the business model that lets you do what you love and actually enjoy your life? Host Pat Miller sits down with Jen Hillenga, acclaimed NYC dog photographer, to reveal how passion, profit, and purpose can coexist even after creative burnout. Episode Highlights 🎤💡: (02:28) - From running a large studio to total burnout (11:32) - Creating a unique dog photography style (25:54) - How free sessions fueled rapid business growth Connect with Pat Miller ⬇ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpatmiller/] | Website [https://www.smallbusinesscommunity.com/] Connect with Jen Hillenga ⬇ LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/in/momentoimages] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thewaysofthedog/] | Website [https://www.thewaysofthedog.com/]