After the Shoot - A Photography Podcast

In this episode of 'After the Shoot,' host Justin Benson explores the intricate journey of acclaimed photographer Erica Lax. Erica shares her transition from architecture to photography, the challenges of establishing her unique identity, and her strategic approach to niching down their business. The episode highlights the importance of identifying ideal clients, the power of saying no, and the evolving role of wedding planners in defining a photographer's brand. Erica's insights on balancing...

In this episode of After the Shoot, host Justin Benson welcomes Roy Serafin, a wedding photographer and SEO expert, to discuss how photographers can harness the power of SEO to grow their businesses. Roy shares actionable strategies for building an online presence that attracts your ideal clients. He covers everything from optimizing your website for search engines to leveraging blog content to rank higher and drive more inquiries. You'll also hear Roy's insights on choosing the right keyword...

In this episode of After the Shoot, host Justin Benson sits down with Daniele Torella, a renowned destination wedding photographer, to discuss his unique approach to candid wedding photography. Daniele shares his experiences and insights into capturing authentic moments, from navigating sensitive situations to creating compelling group shots without posing. He also discusses the excitement of working in new locations and how this fresh perspective fuels his creativity. Tune in for an insightf...

Take one look at basically any Jessica Whitaker-owned account or webpage, and you’ll know exactly what her brand is. On the fifth and final episode of Season 1 of After the Shoot, she tells us exactly how she created this timeless brand — and how you can do it too. We'll also talk about how she prioritizes her mental wellbeing and sets boundaries while running her photography business like a boss. So, join us as we talk about branding, mental health, social media, and so much more. This is de...

If there’s one thing about Lilly Red, it’s that she’s unapologetically herself. And that’s really what her clients want when they book with her. Join us as Lilly shares her transition from photographing cakes to capturing weddings, her challenges as an artist, and how she embraced her uniqueness as a photographer. We talk about how Lilly’s individuality and style have attracted a global clientele, particularly Americans seeking an Italian wedding experience, and also go into how she created...

If you’re not building your audience on social media as a professional photographer, you’re losing out on hundreds potential clients. Big time. But fear not, because wedding photographer and social media genius Cassidy Lynne — with 226K+ followers just on Instagram! — is here to show you the ropes. In the very first episode of After the Shoot podcast, Cassidy and Justin talk about her professional journey as a photographer, how she blew up on social media, and also share advice on how profess...