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The Studio Takeover Podcast

Cat Ford-Coates
Pricing Strategy
Messaging In Photography
Photography Business
The Shadow
Photography
Artificial Intelligence
Sales Process
Messaging and Positioning
Hustle Culture In Photography
Pricing and Value Perception
Visionary Photography and Creative Direction
Portrait Photography
Portrait Photography Business
Shadow (concept)
Work-Life Balance
Time Management
Business Leadership
Overturning
Environmental Impact
Client Relationships

The Studio Takeover podcast is about and for Portrait Photographers from all walks. Join host Cat Ford-Coates as she shares her journey and interviews other Portrait Photographers to learn how they navigate personal and professional challenges, their businesses, and their lives.

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The Shadow · "The Overturning"

Seven episodes. Seven shadows. Seven lies that creative women tell themselves to stay exactly where they are.

This is the last one.

And it's the most sophisticated — because this shadow doesn't keep... more

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The Shadow found a very elegant hiding spot. She convinced you that the business side; the pricing, the numbers, the strategy. It belongs to a different kind of person. Not you. You're the artist. And artists don't need to understan... more

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It sounds like market research. It sounds responsible. Like you've thought it through and landed somewhere reasonable.

It's a prediction the Shadow made up.

This episode sits with the honest version of that fear, including the par... more

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She made sure you'd never have enough. Not because your calendar isn't full. It is. But because a full calendar is the perfect place to hide.

This episode is for three people: 

• the photographer who is booked solid at rates that ... more

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Recent Guests

Rachna Ratti Randev
Portrait photographer focusing on high-end branding and family/portrait sessions
Independent photographer; coaching/education entrepreneur
Episode: Creative Authority Embodied with Rachna Ratti Randev
Pratik Naik
Photographer and educator, early AI education advocate
Independent photographer/educator
Episode: Navigating AI as an Artist of Photography with Pratik Naik

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Cat Ford-Coates
Host with a focus on empowering photographers through pricing strategy, branding, and business systems; frequently shares actionable coaching and leads guest discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • 💯❤️

    Very good podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melassilia
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dynamite

    That interview with Darins was neuroplastic explosive / energising to hear the dynamics of what we do so clearly discussed !

    Inspired to keep up with the other podcasts too !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex the Dog Whisperer
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • The Studio Takeover Podcast

    If you are a photographer starting out, in the middle or running a successful business this is the podcast to listen to. This podcast helps me to figure out what I’m doing right, what I’m doing wrong and how I can take the next steps to get to where I’m going. It’s so inspiring to hear about other photographers and their journeys. You should listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lorriefive
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Insights. Inspiration. Information.

    Entertaining and real.

    I hope the episodes keep coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slickerk
    United States2 years ago
  • Straight Shooter

    Cat gives the best blend of hard truths and love when approaching photography and business alike. Her guest selection has been top notch and packed with invaluable insight. Cat’s a valued asset to the photography community and I look forward to each episode as they air!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AC&Co
    United States2 years ago

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The coaching tone is empowering and actionable, with clear takeaways after each episode.
Shows consistently high-quality guest lineups and practical, actionable advice for growing a photography business.
The host blends tough truths with supportive mentorship, making complex concepts accessible.
Listeners praise the focus on pricing, positioning, and client experience as real drivers of revenue.
Guests are described as insightful and aligned with a studio-led, value-driven approach.

Talking Points

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Navigating AI as an Artist of Photography with Pratik Naik
Q: What are your thoughts on AI's acceptance and how to leverage it for creative work?
Pratik describes a measured, adaptable stance: stay curious, keep learning, and use AI to clarify concepts, plan shoots, and augment creativity without letting it replace hands-on craft.
Creative Authority Embodied with Rachna Ratti Randev
Q: What was the moment you realized you could actually make this work and scale it?
She recalls the early June 2024 reveal of a friend's daughter where a top collection and wall art pieces were sold, despite nerves, and how the sale validated pricing and the client experience framework.
Creative Authority Embodied with Rachna Ratti Randev
Q: Well, first, why don't you tell everybody where you are, what you do, and why you love it?
Rachna explains her origin story from being a mom who picked up photography after moving from India, through formal study at the New York Film Academy, to a dedication to hospitality and high-end client experiences that define her brand.

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What is The Studio Takeover Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show for portrait photographers that blends practical business coaching with deep dives into pricing, client relationships, branding, and systems. Across episodes, the host guides listeners to value-based pricing, scalable workflows, and high‑end client experiences, often featuring guests who share tangible strategies for growing sustainable photography businesses. Noteworthy moments include mindset shifts around pricing, leadership in the artist-entrepreneur role, and discussions on leveraging branding, coaching, and community to attract premium clients. The format tends to blend solo guidance with candid interviews from fellow photographers, offering actionable frameworks for increasing revenue and impact while prioritizing quality and ... more

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