Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne

In this episode of Oh Shoot! Photography podcast, Cassidy Lynne reads through your family session horror story submissions. From chaotic toddlers to wildly inappropriate parents, this episode dives into the most jaw-dropping family session horror stories submitted by photographers who have truly seen it all. If you think your sessions get crazy, just wait…these stories take unpredictable to a whole new level.

BEWARE! In this episode, I break down 5 common client scams that photographers are facing right now and how to protect yourself before it costs you time, money, or your sanity. From fake inquiries to payment tricks and last-minute cancellations, these tactics are becoming more common, especially for freelancers and growing photographers. I’ll walk you through real-world examples, the red flags to watch for, and simple ways to safeguard your business. If you’re booking clients online or just starting to take photography seriously, this is an episode you don’t want to skip.

This month’s photography advice column gets wild. One bride asks if her photographer can Photoshop her now-ex husband out of their entire wedding gallery after a divorce + the request gets even weirder from there. We’re also talking about finding your brand after moving countries, nightmare clients, editing boundaries, marketing when clients want privacy, and building a photography business from scratch.

In this episode of Oh Shoot! with Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne), she's sharing 30 couples posing prompts she's currently loving; ones that actually create natural reactions, movement, and connection in photos. From playful prompts like running, spinning, and “trust fall kisses” to sneaky tricks that make clients forget the camera, these are go-to ideas for engagement sessions, weddings, and even families. If you ever feel stuck directing people during a shoot, this episode will give you 30 prompts you can start using immediately.

In this episode, Cassidy Lynne breaks down LLCs, business bank accounts, quarterly taxes, and retirement for photographers without the overwhelm. Learn how to set up simple money systems for irregular income, avoid tax-season panic, and build a profitable, sustainable photography business. If you’ve been avoiding the admin side of photography, this is your reset.