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Professional Photographer

Professional Photographers of America
Photography
Photography Business
Imaging USA
Professional Photographers Of America
Volume Photography
Entrepreneurship
Client Experience
Wedding Photography
Boudoir Photography
Business Growth
Creative Play
Social Media Marketing
Content Creation
Marketing Strategies
Client Relationships
Networking
Portrait Photography
Pricing Strategies
Corporate Photography
Customer Experience

Welcome to the Professional Photographer podcast by PPA! Our goal is simple: to empower you in building a thriving photography business. In today's dynamic market, mastering the art of photography is just the beginning. You also need a solid grasp of entrepreneurship essentials like: sales, marketing, pricing, cash flow, negotiation, mindset, and planning. Join us as we chat with successful photog... more

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Are you stuck shooting the same safe client portraits and wondering what it takes to create truly award-winning, merit-level work? In this episode, Andrew Hiorth exposes the real secrets behind standout photography—and it's not fancy gear or guessing... more

What if the key to stunning photography isn’t just technical skill but the power of human connection?

Discover how blending psychology with authenticity not only sets artists apart, but creates an unforgettable client experience. Too many photograp... more

Are you navigating the shifting tides of the photo industry and wondering what it takes to build a career that truly lasts? In this episode, legendary photographer Joe McNally exposes the real secrets behind longevity and creative survival—and it's n... more

Roberto explains how he improved his posing and lighting skills through focused repetition and why photographers should practice outside of paid client sessions. He also shares how stronger technical skills can create more confidence and more creativ... more

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Cate Scaglione
Boudoir photographer and industry educator specializing in boudoir photography, branding and client experience
Life as Fine Art
Episode: Creating Emotional Portrait Photography with Cate Scaglione
Joe McNally
Photographer known for magazine, commercial and marketing work
Episode: The Stories Behind 50 Years of Photography with Joe McNally
Roberto Valenzuela
Full-time commercial fashion photographer in Los Angeles; author and educator
Self-employed / Author (Picture Perfect Flash)
Episode: Better Photography Starts with Better Practice with Roberto Valenzuela
Lindsay Walden
Dallas/Colleyville-based studio focusing on maternity and newborn with underwater sub-specialty
Lindsay Walden Photography
Episode: How to Attract High-End Clients to Your Photography Business with Lindsay Walden
Glen Varnhagen
Photographer specializing in travel, landscape, and wildlife; creator of Picture Perfect Planning
Self-employed photographer; runs planning process and Uganda/Rwanda trips
Episode: How to Plan the Perfect Shoot with Glen Varnhagen
Abhi Sarkar
Wedding photographer specializing in multicultural weddings; owner of a studio in Philadelphia
Self-employed / Studio in Fishtown, Philadelphia
Episode: How to Expand Your Wedding Photography Business with Abhi Sarkar
Jeff Carpenter
Commercial portrait and branding photographer based near Nashville, Tennessee
Ready Light Media / Next Level Workshop
Episode: How to Keep Photography Clients Coming Back with Jeff Carpenter
Sabrina Casas
Team USA member, luxury real estate photographer and portrait photographer
Texas-based photographer
Episode: How to Build a Luxury Photography Brand That Stands Out with Sabrina Casas
Angie Birmingham
Photographer and founder of Jeff and Angie Photography, specializes in photography workshops and adventure tours
Jeff and Angie Photography
Episode: How to Improve Your Photography Through Travel with Angie Birmingham

Host

Pat Miller
Host of The Professional Photographer podcast with a focus on photography business education and community building.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • So Helpful!

    Just finished listening to the most recent episode about keeping in touch with clients. This is the first podcast episode I’ve ever saved and I plan on listening to it a couple times. Thank you PPA for the photography business content you put up here. The photography side is the easy side for me, it’s this side of my business I need the most help with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkChristensenPhotography
    United States2 years ago
  • So much value

    I am new to PPA and I learned about this at imaging. I recently listened to the small vol episode and I am very excited to continue to build my volume businesses and my studio work.

    I am excited to continue to grow more in the PPA community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Great content from the PPA
    United States2 years ago
  • Most insightful delivery of what professional photography is about!!!

    Just listened to Defining your style - Building a purpose-driven photography business with Tim Walden…. Tim clearly explains the difference between taking a picture, and capturing a memory that lasts a lifetime. I learned more about photography as a business in this episode than I could have imagined.

    Amazing episode. Worth a second or third listen!

    Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D.P.Jones
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Show, with lots of great feedback!

    I’ve been watching since the first show, and so far I love all the content so far! Pat it was great to meet you at Imaging last year for your talk, and I just love your ethic, and infectious positivity. I love all the education on helping me grow my photography business, and would to learn more about improving client experience and sales! That would be so awesome! Thanks again Pat! I look forward every week to this podcast! Keep on making some one of a kind shows!

    Respectfully from New Hampshi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derrixkloug
    United States2 years ago
  • Valuable Conversations

    Each episode feels like having a friendly chat with a knowledgeable mentor. You come away with valuable insights based on the lived experiences of Pat and his guests. Listen to each episode twice. Once to enjoy it and again to take notes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greg's Evil Monkey
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners consistently praise actionable business tips and practical guidance for growing photography businesses.
Audience notes the host's energy and clarity as key strengths that keep episodes engaging and informative.
Listeners value the community orientation and industry connections reinforced by events like Imaging USA.
Many reviews highlight takeaways you can implement immediately, from client management to marketing tactics.

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Creating Emotional Portrait Photography with Cate Scaglione
Q: How do we know what steps to take next when we're in a state of dissatisfaction and tempted to copy an industry leader?
She recommends becoming comfortable with the gap between current skills and desired standards, treating it as part of the journey rather than a shortfall. Photographers can learn through repetition and map an individual path instead of trying to imitate someone else's work.
Creating Emotional Portrait Photography with Cate Scaglione
Q: How do you find psychology emerging into the boudoir sessions that you do?
Scaglione says boudoir clients bring especially private vulnerabilities, so she builds trust from their first inquiry with gentle language, calming studio details and a team aligned with a nurturing approach. She uses a short exercise to disarm nerves before photographing them.
The Stories Behind 50 Years of Photography with Joe McNally
Q: What are some things you've learned along the way that might be helpful with people because we're all going through this transition to AI as well?
McNally says photographers should accept uncertainty, use AI tools where they improve efficiency, and decide clearly whether their work is rooted in real-world capture or a more extensively constructed art process.
The Stories Behind 50 Years of Photography with Joe McNally
Q: Five decades in, what's keeping you busy? What are you up to?
McNally continues working with long-standing clients and creating digital image libraries for companies to use in marketing and social media.
How to Attract High-End Clients to Your Photography Business with Lindsay Walden
Q: What is the first pillar of building a luxury photography brand and how do you implement it in practice?
Pricing should start from costs and business goals; include costs like a commercial space if you plan to move there, and price accordingly so you can deliver the luxury experience you promise.

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The show focuses on helping photographers build financially solid businesses through practical entrepreneurship, marketing, pricing, and client management strategies. Episodes feature practicing photographers and industry leaders sharing actionable tips on workflows, relationship-building, relocation, branding, and scalable services, all framed around real-world studio and field work. Noteworthy are the hands-on, persona-driven guest conversations, emphasis on community and industry events, and a consistent goal of turning passion into sustainable income for professionals at different career stages.

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Recent guests on Professional Photographer include:

1. Cate Scaglione
2. Joe McNally
3. Roberto Valenzuela
4. Lindsay Walden
5. Glen Varnhagen
6. Abhi Sarkar
7. Jeff Carpenter
8. Sabrina Casas

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