- Photographer 88
- Stylist 33
- Agent Rep 19
- Producer 19
- Other 13
- Director 11
- Art Director 9
- Creative Agency 9
- Filmmaker 8
- Set Builder 8
- Creative Director 7
- Art Producer 6
- Photo Director 6
- Hair and Makeup 4
- Creative Manager 3
- Film 3
- Modeling Agent 3
- Video 3
- Casting Director 1
- Food Stylist 1
- Photo Consultant 1
S14 E132 - Clubhouse Replay - Defining Success & Battling Imposter Syndrome
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Imposter Syndrome with Meagan Shuptar
Photographer, Meagan Shuptar, leads us through a discussion surrounding imposter syndrome. How do we define success in our own careers rather than comparing ourselves with others? What resources exist to avoid imposter syndrome? And what advice do members of the Focus on Women community have for someone struggling with finding their unique identity in their photography?
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S13 E128 - Connie Conway (Take Two)
Today we're talking to Connie Conway!
She was a guest of ours in July 2020. She is a force to be reckoned with - starting her career as a photographer and working with A and M records and then deciding that wasn't the path, she started her production company. Fortunate to have been paired up with the awesome photographer, Hunter Freeman for the last 20 years, she has created quite a fantastic little gig for herself.
You can follow and message Connie on her linkedin page!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S13 E127 - Sheri Angeles
Today we're talking to Sheri Angeles!
Sheri, besides being Shelly's long-time friend, is a photographer based in Nashville and LA. Specializing in creative direction, Sheri excels in making concepts of hers come to life whether it be for a magazine spread or cover, editorial, albums, events, and more.
You can follow and message Sheri on her linkedin page!
IIf you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S13 E123- Mica McCook
Today we're talking to Mica McCook!
She is a food photographer based in Austin, Texas. who believes that food photography requires an inquisitive palate and a profound love of color. Her style is vibrant, fresh, colorful, and dramatic. In 2015 when she visited Philadelphia for the first time and made a stop at Reading Terminal Market, she knew that she wanted to create the reading terminal experience for her clients, showcasing their food in compelling ways.
You can follow and message Mica on her LinkedIn page!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S13 E122- Amanda Cain
Today we're talking to Amanda Cain!
She is a professional photographer raised in Detroit who now calls the Bay Area home. She is the first Black female team photographer for the San Jose Sharks. She is passionate about women's sports and enabling young creatives to find their passion.
You can follow and message Amanda on her LinkedIn page!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S12 E118 - Zara Katz (PART 2)
Today we're talking to Zara Katz!
Zara is a filmmaker and photo producer specializing in crafting character-driven visual stories. She is currently the photography director at NBC News and has contributed work to the New York Times Lens blog, Time magazine, Medium, The Guardian, US Pop Up magazine, and many more.
You can follow and message Zara on her LinkedIn page!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S12 E117 - Zara Katz (PART 1)
Today we're talking to Zara Katz!
Zara is a filmmaker and photo producer specializing in crafting character-driven visual stories. She is currently the photography director at NBC News and has contributed work to the New York Times Lens blog, Time magazine, Medium, The Guardian, US Pop Up magazine, and many more.
You can follow and message Zara on her LinkedIn page!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S12 E112 - Jena Carlin
Today's guest is Jena Carlin. She is a Midwest-based commercial, food, and lifestyle photographer. On top of that, she's a videographer, stylist, and art director.
To learn more about Jena and keep up with her, check out her Instagram or her website!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S11 E109 - Wendy Wei
Today's guest is Wendy Wei! Wendy is a photographer and videographer specializing in storytelling in the music industry. She also holds a wealth of marketing experience working with non-profit, corporate and international organizations.
Make sure you check out Wendy's work on her Instagram or her website!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S11 E107 - Joanie Simon
Today's guest is Joanie Simon! Joanie is a food photographer, educator, and author with years of experience in the industry. Learn even more about Joanie by visiting her website or checking out her YouTube channel!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S11 E104 - Natalia Robert
Natalia Robert is an architectural and interior photographer based in the San Diego area, as well as the founder of The Grove Studio–a collective she has created for other female interior and architectural photographers. It is a place to share resources, rates, business tips, and more.
Keep up with Natalia by visiting her website and following her on Instagram!
If you would like to get involved with Focus On Women: you can review sponsorship and contribution options here, as well as become a member here.
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S10 E99 - Leslie Andrews
Tune into our chat with the incredible photographer and entrepreneur Leslie Andrews. Specializing in fashion and beauty photography and based in Atlanta, her niche is branding sessions for entrepreneurs and small businesses. She can and will make you feel like a queen for the day. She was an inspiration as a fellow business woman who is really rocking it and constantly innovating to stay ahead of the curve.
Our sponsor this season is Pedro + Jackie is a dynamic, vibrant photography consultancy focused on helping photographers scale their businesses to the next level.
Our comprehensive service covers website edits, promo building, book edits, creative direction, marketing strategy, pitch decks, proposals, and more. With 25 years of experience navigating the industry as a photo editor and directors of photography, we're uniquely positioned to provide guidance through any and every aspect of your career.
The business of photography is constantly changing; our ethos is not. Our progressive, future-minded approach can pivot and adjust to the latest hurdles of the industry, but our principles are simple, tried and true:
- We work to elevate each photographer's innate vision and style, not change it. We exist to bring out your best.
- Everyone we work with has a unique creative vision; we'll custom tailor our approach to amplify your work.
- Through a collaborative approach, we not only propel photographers through the cruxes of their careers, but provide them with the tools, savvy, and momentum to succeed.
Our headquarters is located beside a brook graced by salty Atlantic breezes and local fauna. Our office stands tall at ten feet square.
Offering a 15% discount for either a website or printed portfolio edit, use the code Pedro+Jackie15, expires May 19th, 2022.
S10 E96 - Lauren Hubbard
Tune into our chat with Lauren Liz Photo - a commercial and editorial photographer focused on creating lifestyle portrait, product, and food + beverage images for consumer brands large and small, publications, and restaurants. She is an absolute ray of sunshine, so positive, always learning a new skill and her absolute radiance shines through for every client she works with and every photo she creates.
Our sponsor this season is Pedro + Jackie is a dynamic, vibrant photography consultancy focused on helping photographers scale their businesses to the next level.
Our comprehensive service covers website edits, promo building, book edits, creative direction, marketing strategy, pitch decks, proposals, and more. With 25 years of experience navigating the industry as a photo editor and directors of photography, we're uniquely positioned to provide guidance through any and every aspect of your career.
The business of photography is constantly changing; our ethos is not. Our progressive, future-minded approach can pivot and adjust to the latest hurdles of the industry, but our principles are simple, tried and true:
- We work to elevate each photographer's innate vision and style, not change it. We exist to bring out your best.
- Everyone we work with has a unique creative vision; we'll custom tailor our approach to amplify your work.
- Through a collaborative approach, we not only propel photographers through the cruxes of their careers, but provide them with the tools, savvy, and momentum to succeed.
Our headquarters is located beside a brook graced by salty Atlantic breezes and local fauna. Our office stands tall at ten feet square.
Offering a 15% discount for either a website or printed portfolio edit, use the code Pedro+Jackie15, expires May 19th, 2022.
S10 E94 - Lisa Vortman
Tune into our chat with one of the San Francisco APA's board members, Lisa Vortman. Specializing in lifestyle, portraits and kids, Lisa's work is full of life, fun, happy, joyful imagery. Lisa wears many hats and talks about her COVID project which ended up getting her some really awesome new connections and work too.
This season's sponsor is Pedro & Jackie. Pedro + Jackie is a vibrant, forward thinking, photography consulting company. We focus on helping photographers scale their business to the next level.
The genesis of Pedro + Jackie happened over martinis and sushi in Portland, Maine. Our doors opened shortly after in 2014.
We help strategize, plan and execute ideas. We fall somewhere between old-school and new-school. We proudly serve-up clarity and motivation for the road ahead.
We offer website edits, print book edits, marketing strategy, promo building, creative direction, pitch decks, proposals and a bunch of other super helpful stuff.
Our headquarters is located along a brook surrounded by wildlife, trees and ferns. Our office stands tall at ten feet square.
Time outside of work: Avocados and hummus. Watching birds. College touring. Shinrin Yoku. Tasting NA Beer. Sebago Lake. Bike rides.
Offering a 15% discount for either a website or printed portfolio edit, use the code Pedro+Jackie15, expires May 19th, 2022.
S10 E93 - Jaime Borschuk
Tune into our chat with Jaime Borschuk she specializes in environmental portraiture for editorial, personal documentation, and brand narrative. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1999, Jaime is originally from Iowa.
She is a member of the Tether Collective photo studio in Potrero Hill, where she can capture you or your products against various colored backgrounds and surfaces.
This season's sponsor is Pedro & Jackie. Pedro + Jackie is a dynamic, vibrant photography consultancy focused on helping photographers scale their businesses to the next level.
The genesis of Pedro + Jackie happened over martinis and sushi in Portland, Maine. Our doors opened shortly after in 2014.
We help strategize, plan and execute ideas. We fall somewhere between old-school and new-school. We proudly serve-up clarity and motivation for the road ahead. We offer website edits, print book edits, marketing strategy, promo building, creative direction, pitch decks, proposals and a bunch of other super helpful stuff.
Our headquarters is located along a brook surrounded by wildlife, trees and ferns. Our office stands tall at ten feet square.
Time outside of work: Avocados and hummus. Watching birds. College touring. Shinrin Yoku. Tasting NA Beer. Sebago Lake. Bike rides.
Offering a 15% discount for either a website or printed portfolio edit, use the code Pedro+Jackie15, expires May 19th, 2022.
S10 E91 - Dyutima Jha
Tune into Shelly's chat with Dyutima Jha. She is an architect turned food stylist, food photographer & the first South Asian woman to run a food photography podcast. After 15 years of studying & practicing architecture, designing healthcare facilities around the world, she has found her passion in food styling & photography and is taking it to the next level! Make sure to check out her work and tune into her podcast as well - My Food Lens, the name of her food styling and photography business is how to find her in most places.
This season's sponsor is Pedro & Jackie. Pedro + Jackie is a dynamic, vibrant photography consultancy focused on helping photographers scale their businesses to the next level.
Our comprehensive service covers website edits, promo building, book edits, creative direction, marketing strategy, pitch decks, proposals, and more. With 25 years of experience navigating the industry as a photo editor and directors of photography, we're uniquely positioned to provide guidance through any and every aspect of your career.
The business of photography is constantly changing; our ethos is not. Our progressive, future-minded approach can pivot and adjust to the latest hurdles of the industry, but our principles are simple, tried and true:
- We work to elevate each photographer's innate vision and style, not change it. We exist to bring out your best.
- Everyone we work with has a unique creative vision; we'll custom tailor our approach to amplify your work.
- Through a collaborative approach, we not only propel photographers through the cruxes of their careers, but provide them with the tools, savvy, and momentum to succeed.
Our headquarters is located beside a brook graced by salty Atlantic breezes and local fauna. Our office stands tall at ten feet square.
Offering a 15% discount for either a website or printed portfolio edit, use the code Pedro+Jackie15, expires May 19th, 2022.
S10 E90 - Carly Hackbarth
Tune into our chat with Carly Hackbarth, she is a San Francisco food & beverage photographer who also happens to be a digital marketing expert too. She went to school thinking photography or journalism, then pivoted into working in the live music world marketing big festivals and by 22 she landed her dream job working for Jam Productions in Chicago. That is where she used all of her social and digital marketing skills. Landing in San Francisco, she started to explore other career options and food photography suddenly surfaced.
This season's sponsor is Pedro & Jackie. Pedro + Jackie is a dynamic, vibrant photography consultancy focused on helping photographers scale their businesses to the next level.
Our comprehensive service covers website edits, promo building, book edits, creative direction, marketing strategy, pitch decks, proposals, and more. With 25 years of experience navigating the industry as a photo editor and directors of photography, we're uniquely positioned to provide guidance through any and every aspect of your career.
The business of photography is constantly changing; our ethos is not. Our progressive, future-minded approach can pivot and adjust to the latest hurdles of the industry, but our principles are simple, tried and true:
- We work to elevate each photographer's innate vision and style, not change it. We exist to bring out your best.
- Everyone we work with has a unique creative vision; we'll custom tailor our approach to amplify your work.
- Through a collaborative approach, we not only propel photographers through the cruxes of their careers, but provide them with the tools, savvy, and momentum to succeed.
Our headquarters is located beside a brook graced by salty Atlantic breezes and local fauna. Our office stands tall at ten feet square.
Offering a 15% discount for either a website or printed portfolio edit, use the code Pedro+Jackie15, expires May 19th, 2022.
S9 E89 - Teresa Meier
Tune into Traci's chat with Teresa Meier, a fine art photographer based in Seattle who is working on taking her work commercial. Her imagery is printed large through an extensive “stitching” process in Photoshop that requires a custom-built computer, a beast she lovingly nicknamed Thor. Viewers are enveloped by these large-format works that often leave them suspended in moments of rising tension, and the fantastical subject matter and use of vibrant, luscious colors result in eye-catching and wonder-filled imagery. She has won awards as well as teaches her craft too.
Our Sponsor this season is also our first episode's guest, Tidy Books! If you have ever felt stress, procrastination or dread over your finances, you are not alone. So many photographers, artists, and creatives would describe themselves as "not a numbers person." And let's face it, you've got better things to do than filing receipts and figuring out Quickbooks. That's why Tidy Books provides monthly bookkeeping services to help you be as hands off as you want to be with your finances but still see the big picture of your business at any time of the year. If this sounds intriguing to you, contact Tanya for a free consultation and 50% off of your 1st month of bookkeeping with the code Tidy50.
S9 E88 - Alyson Brown
Tune into our chat with Alyson Brown founder of Folk. Having nearly two decades of experience working across many aspects of brand building, her specialties really shine in art direction, brand development, photography, content creation, and more. She is also the author of The Flower-Infused Cocktail: Flowers With A Twist .
Our Sponsor this season is also our first episode's guest, Tidy Books! If you have ever felt stress, procrastination or dread over your finances, you are not alone. So many photographers, artists, and creatives would describe themselves as "not a numbers person." And let's face it, you've got better things to do than filing receipts and figuring out Quickbooks. That's why Tidy Books provides monthly bookkeeping services to help you be as hands off as you want to be with your finances but still see the big picture of your business at any time of the year. If this sounds intriguing to you, contact Tanya for a free consultation and 50% off of your 1st month of bookkeeping with the code Tidy50.
S9 E86 - Kim Maroon
Tune into our chat with Kim Maroon a hybrid creative — photographer, director, and designer. Specializing in commercial and editorial content creation for automotive, motorsports, and lifestyle narrative and based in Boston, MA.
Our Sponsor this season is also our first episode's guest, Tidy Books! If you have ever felt stress, procrastination or dread over your finances, you are not alone. So many photographers, artists, and creatives would describe themselves as "not a numbers person." And let's face it, you've got better things to do than filing receipts and figuring out Quickbooks. That's why Tidy Books provides monthly bookkeeping services to help you be as hands off as you want to be with your finances but still see the big picture of your business at any time of the year. If this sounds intriguing to you, contact Tanya for a free consultation and 50% off of your 1st month of bookkeeping with the code Tidy50.