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Episode 28: Submitting to Publications: Tips and Guideline with Kathleen Ellis

Kathleen Ellis, founder of Shoot It With Film, shares the story of how the online magazine came to be and the growth of its community. Shoot It With Film offers tutorials, features, and submissions for film photographers. Kathleen discusses the importance of aligning your work with the style of the publication you're submitting to and following submission guidelines. She also emphasizes the value of personal projects and the overlap between film photography and experimental art practices. Overall, Shoot It With Film aims to create a supportive and inclusive space for film photographers to learn and grow. Takeaways Shoot It With Film is an online magazine and community for film photographers to learn and grow from each other. The magazine offers tutorials, features, and submissions for film photographers. When submitting to publications, it's important to align your work with the style of the publication and follow submission guidelines. Personal projects are valuable for photographers and can inform their client work. There is an overlap between film photography and experimental art practices. Shoot It With Film aims to create a supportive and inclusive space for film photographers to learn and grow. Chapters 00:00 The Birth and Growth of Shoot It With Film 04:04 Educational Content and Community Engagement 09:29 The Art of Submitting Work to Publications 27:43 You Belong Podcast Out-tro .mp3 Keywords film photography, online magazine, community, tutorials, submissions, aligning work, submission guidelines, personal projects, experimental art practices Shoot It With Film [https://shootitwithfilm.com/] Alison Hatch Photo [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/]

27: Collab Episode with Keep It Moving Podcast

Today I have something really special for you, my darling listener. I did a collaboration with Alison Bell and Melissa Arlena from the Keep It Moving podcast. I am in a transition of moving my business to San Diego and knew these incredible ladies were the ones to ask for help. On the episode we go over how to move your business step by step. We go over SEO, networking, preparing for new locations, and more. Chalk full of very helpful information, this episode is helpful whether you are moving your business, or are wanting to up your presence in your current city. Takeaways When moving a business, it is important to focus on rebuilding the website and improving SEO for the new location. Managing two businesses simultaneously can be challenging, but it is possible with proper planning and organization. Building an email list and networking on Instagram can help attract potential clients in the new location. Creating lead magnets, such as downloadable guides, can be an effective way to build an email list and provide valuable content to potential clients. Blogging once a week, mixing up content with FAQs and location-specific posts, can help improve SEO and attract organic traffic. Melissa Arlena ⁠https://melissaarlenaphotography.com⁠ [https://melissaarlenaphotography.com] Alison Bell ⁠https://alisonbellphotographer.com⁠ [https://alisonbellphotographer.com] ⁠@pictureperfectrankings⁠⁠@alisonbellphotog⁠⁠@keep.it.moving.podcast⁠ Host Alison Hatch is an analog film photographer, educator, podcast host, and artist. Alison offers her Albuquerque and San Diego clients a stress-free and memorable experience getting photos taken. She has been featured in Shoot It With Film and published in the Front Steps Project Book. Alison splits her time between New Mexico and Southern California with her husband and three boys. Alison Hatch ⁠https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com⁠ [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com] Free Film Soup Recipe ⁠https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/film-soup⁠ [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/film-soup] Keywords moving business, website deletion, blogging, SEO, managing two businesses, rebuilding website, improving SEO, shifting focus, building email list, networking on Instagram, lead magnets, blogging strategy

26: Age is a Super Power in Family Photography with Natasha Sewell

Natasha and I met because we were both older photographers (I go into the story on the Podcast). So it seemed like the obvious choice to ask my dear friend to join me in a discussion about age. A topic in our business that just isn't talked about. Aging in photography. How being an older photographer is both hard and a strength. How getting started with our photography businesses later gave us a leg up. And because of our age, our why's are so different than the norm. In a profession that is filled with 20 and 30 somethings, diving into this topic is bringing ageism out of the shadows and into the spotlight. A very welcomed thing! Takeaways Being an older woman in the photography industry can bring both benefits and challenges. Age can be a superpower in family photography, as it brings wisdom, experience, and a sense of calm. Connecting with clients is not necessarily harder because of age; in fact, it can be an advantage as clients see older photographers as wise and experienced. Physical limitations, such as getting down on the floor for long periods of time, can be a challenge for older photographers. Authenticity and relatability can still be achieved by older photographers, as they have gone through similar stages of parenthood and can offer guidance and understanding to clients. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Connection through Age 02:54 The Superpower of Age in Family Photography 05:05 Authenticity and Relatability as an Older Photographer 06:56 Dealing with Physical Limitations 09:01 Connecting with Clients as an Older Photographer 10:57 Different Journeys in Photography Bio Natasha Sewell (NPS Photography) is a lifestyle family and newborn photographer serving the Washington, D.C. area with 11+ years of experience. Her goal is to capture your life in its just as it is--beautiful, joyful, unscripted, and in the most tender of places: your home. Natasha is also a photography mentor and coach. Links: website: https://npsphotography.com [https://npsphotography.com/]instagram: https://instagram.com/npsphotography [https://instagram.com/npsphotography]Freebie Prompt Guide for Photographers: https://npsphotography.myflodesk.com/l34uccv2h4 [https://npsphotography.myflodesk.com/l34uccv2h4]Mentoring/Coaching: https://npsphotography.com/photographer-mentoring-and-education/ [https://npsphotography.com/photographer-mentoring-and-education/] https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/ https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/film-soup [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/film-soup]

26: Taking the Fear Out of Off Camera Flash with Kim Hildebrand

In this conversation, Alison Hatch interviews Kim Hildebrand, an analog film photographer, about lighting techniques for film photography. Kim shares her tips and tricks for using flash to create beautiful and consistent lighting in indoor spaces. Takeaways Using flash in film photography can help overcome the challenges of shooting in dark indoor spaces. Off-camera flash and bouncing the light off reflective surfaces can create a soft and natural look. A handheld light meter is essential for metering the flash and achieving proper exposure. Checking the light with a digital camera before shooting on film can help ensure the desired results. Kim Hildebrand offers resources and freebies on her website for those interested in learning more about flash photography. Keywords film photography, lighting, flash, off-camera flash, bouncing light, indoor photography Sound Bites "Flash and off-camera is the way to go." "The reason I love off-camera flash is that it allows me to move around and get different angles without having to remeter." "Using flash with film photography is doable and can be a game changer for indoor sessions." Where you can find Kim: https://www.kimhildebrand.com/film [https://www.kimhildebrand.com/film]https://www.kimhildebrand.com/flash [https://www.kimhildebrand.com/flash]https://www.kimhildebrand.com/tag/one-light-many-looks [https://www.kimhildebrand.com/tag/one-light-many-looks] IG: https://www.instagram.com/kimhildebrandphoto [https://www.instagram.com/kimhildebrandphoto] Where you can find Alison: https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com] https://www.instagram.com/alisonhatchphoto/ [https://www.instagram.com/alisonhatchphoto/] https://www.instagram.com/alisonphatch/ [https://www.instagram.com/alisonphatch/]

25: Managing Client Expectations through Delight

Summary In this episode, Alison Hatch discusses the importance of incorporating creativity into your photography business and website. She shares a story about a photographer who was asked to take photos of pets by her brother's girlfriend and how it led to an unhappy client situation. Alison emphasizes the need to manage client expectations and delight them through clear communication and a well-designed website. She suggests thinking of your website as a storefront and creating a curated and organized experience for your clients. By providing clear information, easy booking processes, and personalized touches, you can create a positive client experience and eliminate clients who are not the right fit for you. Takeaways Incorporate your creativity into your photography business and website design. Manage client expectations by delighting them through clear communication and a well-designed website. Think of your website as a storefront and create a curated and organized experience for your clients. Eliminate clients who are not the right fit for you by providing clear information and easy booking processes. Sound Bites "How can you do this creatively?" "You can be creative with your font choice or your word choice." "Have you ever been in that situation before? Have you been in the situation with an unhappy client?" Keywords photography, creativity, website design, managing client expectations, delighting clients, client experience Alison Hatch Photo [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/] Film Soup Online Course [https://www.alisonhatchphoto.com/film-soup] Calendly [https://calendly.com] Loom [https://loom.com/invite/9ccccbbae11e4e3f978828944bdb4dfd]