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Summer School - A Photography + Creative Podcast

Summer Grace
Photography
Wedding Photography
Film Photography
Social Media Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Creative Entrepreneurship
Weddings
Honeybook
Networking
Community Building
Summer School
Content Creation
Social Media
Destination Weddings
Chatgpt
Travel
Creative Process
Mental Health
Client Management
Wedding Planning

Welcome to Summer School, the podcast where we explore the world of creativity, entrepreneurship, and beyond. While I may be a wedding photographer by trade, my goal for this podcast is to break free from creative constraints and invite a wide range of guests to join us in thought-provoking conversations. Expect to hear from professionals in various fields – from educators to accountants, musician... more

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Hi everyone! I'm so excited for this episode because I'm sitting down with Nirit and Amir, the founders of Pic-Time, to hear the story behind one of photography's favorite platforms.

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In this episode, I'm sharing six practical ways to elevate your wedding photography, including how I use flash, pose editorial group photos, find better light, anticipate candid moments, and create more artistic images throughout the wedding day.

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Film photography has completely changed the way I shoot weddings, and in this episode I'm sharing everything you guys always ask me about it. We talk about how I got started shooting film, the cameras I use, how I work it into a wedding day, how I pr... more

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In this episode, I sat down with Kara Mercer, whose career has taken her from photographing weddings to working with tourism boards, hotels, designers, and brands all over the world. We talk about what it looked like to make the jump into commercial ... more

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Recent Guests

Kara Mercer
Commercial photographer specializing in interiors, architecture, and tourism board work
Self-employed / Kara Mercer Photography
Episode: Breaking Into Commercial Photography with Kara Mercer
Landon Hawkins
Queer wedding photographer based in Portland, advocating for queer representation and prop-forward concepts
Independent photographer
Episode: The Art of Props & Queer Advocacy with Landon Hawkins
Chris Denner
Wedding photographer based in the UK known for counterculture, joyful storytelling and direct approach to client care
Independent photographer
Episode: Weddings Aren’t Content Machines with Chris Denner
Joshua Woodland
Wedding photographer based in Dorset, UK
Self-employed / Joshua Woodland Photography
Episode: Finding Your Taste and Style as a Wedding Photographer with Joshua Woodland
Jake Tovar
Film wedding photographer
Bigger Still, California
Episode: Live at WPPI: Film Chats with My Wedding Photographer Jake Tovar
Tom Wright
Photographer; phototherapist helping photographers overcome obstacles and build systems
Independent photographer/consultant
Episode: Balancing Creativity and Business as a Photographer with Tom Wright
Susan Stripling
Experienced wedding photographer and educator
Self-employed wedding photographer
Episode: Building a Sustainable Wedding Photography Business with Susan Stripling
Catalina Jean
Wedding photographer and SEO expert
Catalina Jean Photography
Episode: Getting Found Online: SEO and Social Media for Wedding Photographers with Catalina Jean
Marina Polovinkina
Photographer based in Berlin with a background in political science.
Episode: The Soft Skills Every Wedding Photographer Needs with Marina Polovinkina

Host

Summer Grace
Host of Summer School and primary show host, leading conversations on photography, branding, and entrepreneurship.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Perfect Photography Podcast!

    Summer’s conversational tone and the perfect sound quality make Summer School my favorite photography podcast to listen to. She shares so much helpful info, has phenomenal guests and really insightful conversations on helpful topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madi Seydel
    United States10 months ago
  • My favorite photography podcast!!

    I have been listening to Summer School since Summer launched it and have been a huge fan. I love the layout of the episodes and how conversational and approachable the content feels. It’s truly the only photography podcast that I consistently come back to, listen to, and enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James Wolf Photography
    United Statesa year ago
  • So much value!

    Summer’s knowledge is so unique and she’ll get you thinking outside of the box with her episodes for sure! I’m so happy I found her show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Breeanna Kay
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the guests

    Great variety of guests. Easy to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff Andres
    Canada3 years ago
  • exciteddd

    so excited to see summer come out with her own podcast, I’ve followed and admired her since the beginning of my photog journey & heard her as a guest on another podcast before! her work is stunning and this podcast will be added to my editing routine now for sure. 🤍🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lexitlane
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Show holds a strong sense of community with educational resources and workshops.
Listeners value practical takeaways and real-world stories from guests and events.
Guests bring diverse expertise across photography, branding, and entrepreneurship.
Audio quality and host's conversational style are consistently praised.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#149
Italy/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#108
New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#132
Sweden/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#170
Belgium/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#190
Netherlands/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#249
Switzerland/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Breaking Into Commercial Photography with Kara Mercer
Q: How did you end up in this niche of interiors and luxury homes, and what was the turning point that connected you to designers and firms?
She explains initial exposure to interiors through a friend and a designer who invited her to shoot projects, the value of travel photography experience, and the transition from free-form travel shoots to collaborating with interior designers and architectural firms, aided by a portfolio that resonated with design-focused clients.
Breaking Into Commercial Photography with Kara Mercer
Q: Well, I want to know the journey though from wedding to commercial. Like there has to be a difference that even getting clientele in that world.
Kara describes moving from weddings to interior and tourism-board work, emphasizing the shift in client types, the need to identify decision-makers in PR and ad agencies, and the importance of adapting workflow from event-driven shooting to studio/tethered shoots with a design focus.
The Art of Props & Queer Advocacy with Landon Hawkins
Q: How did Landon get into props and this specific style of photography?
Landon describes starting with small, meaningful props on shoots and gradually turning it into a fully designed, collaborative process where props are crafted to reflect a couple's story, often testing ideas with clients and iterating based on what resonates.
From Wedding Photographers to Set Designers with Jada and David
Q: How do you approach collaboration and crew when working on personal projects vs client work?
Personal shoots are stripped-back with just the two of them and a model, while commissioned work involves a full team. They use sketches, mood boards, and detailed prep for clients, and rough journal sketches for their own projects to guide execution.
From Wedding Photographers to Set Designers with Jada and David
Q: What is the Attic Series and the 100 Set Project, and how did they influence your careers?
The Attic Series is a smaller, more personal set of shoots in their attic studio, evolving from burnout and the need for creative fulfillment; the 100 Set Project was a year-long challenge to build 100 sets in 2021, which helped transition from weddings to producing their own art and establishing a new career path.

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A thoughtful show that centers creativity, entrepreneurship, and practical guidance for visual artists and business-minded creatives. Across episodes, listeners hear candid conversations about branding, storytelling, and sustainable business models in photography, with deep dives into workflows, client relationships, and personal projects. Notable strengths include a personable host who blends studio updates with actionable tips, a steady stream of guest experts from photography, design, and event spaces, and a clear emphasis on turning creative work into a scalable, authentic business. The format often weaves practical how-tos with mindset and community-building, making it useful for aspiring guests and potential sponsors alike.

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Recent guests on Summer School include:

1. Kara Mercer
2. Landon Hawkins
3. Chris Denner
4. Joshua Woodland
5. Jake Tovar
6. Tom Wright
7. Susan Stripling
8. Catalina Jean

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