The Cameramen Show

In this week's episode Manav and Kartik catchup after a long break and discuss their new found love for AI, Rayban's Meta & Newzealand. They discuss aftershoot and backlog, how they both capture BTS videos on the day of the shoot & and dive deep into their experiences doing an engagement session in New Zealand.

Buckle up for a special on-the-road episode! This week, we recorded our podcast while driving to Canberra to capture a beautiful wedding. Amidst the long drive and endless road views, we dived into a whirlwind of stories that had us laughing, cringing, and counting our blessings. From Kartik’s wild trip to India, where he not only captured a stunning wedding but also gate-crashed another (because, why not?), to the nightmare of getting food poisoning and throwing up multiple times at the airport – this episode is packed with drama. And just when things couldn’t get worse, Kartik lost his camera bag! But in a twist straight out of a movie, he managed to miraculously find it. We also shared highlights from our recent Hawaii trip. Spoiler alert: Kartik had surgery right before the holiday, leaving him unable to eat or drink properly – yet he still made it through!

After a month-long break, Manav & Kartik are back on the mic! In this episode, we catch you up on where we’ve been and what we’ve been up to. Kartik shares stories from his overseas adventure in London, where he captured stunning weddings and soaked in the UK vibes. Meanwhile, Manav talks about what’s been happening behind the scenes on his end.

In this episode, Manav and Kartik dive into the highs and lows of life as a wedding photographer. We discuss the realities of the business, from weekend-heavy schedules to dealing with clients who may not always appreciate the effort behind the lens. Is this career path really for you? We'll explore why being a wedding photographer might not suit everyone's lifestyle. But it’s not all downsides! We talk about the freedom of being your own boss, the rewarding feeling of seeing the impact your work has on couples' lives, and what you need to know if you're thinking about starting your own wedding photography business.

In this episode, Manav and Kartik dive deep into the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance, especially in the high-pressure world of weddings. Whether you're a couple in the midst of wedding planning or a photographer capturing those special moments, finding the right balance is key to maintaining both your sanity and your relationships. We share practical tips for photographers on how to avoid burnout, including the power of saying no and not overloading yourself with work. Couples, especially grooms, can benefit from our advice on how to divide responsibilities and support each other during the wedding planning process. We also discuss why making productivity fun is essential for sustaining long-term motivation.

Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with the incredibly talented Helani Sarath-Kumara, a renowned makeup artist, designer and the owner of Gather & Stitch Beauty & Couture. Helani shares her inspiring journey of turning her passion into a full-time job and offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to do the same. Whether you're a bride-to-be, a fellow wedding vendor, or just someone passionate about turning your hobby into a career, this episode is packed with practical advice and entertaining anecdotes. Tune in and get inspired!

In this episode Kartik & Manav talk about how they got into photography and the tips and tricks they used to go from part time to full time wedding photography. They talk about the competitive side of photography, famine mindset of photographers, and how to avoid making the same mistakes they made. If you are looking for a career change or if you are an aspiring photographer then this might be the episode for you!

In this episide Manav & Kartik discuss all the weird things they have seen at receptions and provide tips for future brides and grooms on what they should and shouldn't do at their wedding reception. These things include uncles interrupting wedding speeches, groom not thanking his bride, flowers catching fire during a first dance and much much more. If you are having a wedding reception soon then you might want to check this one out!

In this episode Kartik & Manav discuss the relevance of award winning photographers. They both share stories about working with photographers who have ego complexes and how it didn't end well for the couples. Is it a scam or are these photographers legit? Listen to find out!

In this episode Kartik & Manav discuss the importance of wedding contracts and why they benefit both photographers and couples. They both share horror stories from the past, when they didn't have a wedding contract in place.

In this episode Kartik & Manav discuss why they hate people asking them to take photos with their phones at weddings, lack of etiquette between photographers & content creators and why Kartik is a little b!tch (story time).

Welcome to the very first episode of The Cameramen Show where your favourite Aussie wedding photographers - Kartik & Manav take you behind the scenes and break down how they get their couples to laugh during a photoshoot session, PS - it's not what you may think! Whether you're a bride and groom getting married then enjoy the laugh or if you're a photographer then bring out a pen and paper and take notes! Tune in weekly as the fantastic photography duo talk about all things cameras, weddings & business!