Shoot Your Shot Photography Podcast
Shoot Your Shot Photography Podcast

Shoot Your Shot Photography Podcast

Timothy Muza

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Your community driven wedding and portrait photography podcast. Hosted by Lindsay Coulter & Timothy Muza.

Recent Episodes

Photographer’s Off Season Routine
NOV 3, 2025
Photographer’s Off Season Routine
Lindsay and Tim discuss the importance of the off-season for photographers, emphasizing the need for intentional rest, planning for the future, and setting up systems for success. They explore the significance of CEO days, reviewing bookings and revenue, and the necessity of creative rest and hobbies. The conversation also covers marketing strategies, setting revenue goals, and actionable steps to take during the offseason to ensure a successful upcoming season.   ⬇️ SUPPORT THE SHOW ⬇️   📱Want us to feature your question, photography story, or industry hot take on an episode? Send us a DM, voice note, or video on instagram @TheShootYourShotPodcast. Your privacy is important to us. If you want to remain anonymous just let us know :)   🎨Sign up with Imagen AI to streamline your photo editing and get 1500 edits free! Sign up below for this rad AF offer: https://tinyurl.com/mt46dz6n   ✨Become an IG reel-creating machine with Social Templates! with Promo code: LINDSAY. https://socialtemplates.co/lindsay   📸 Photographers! Try Pic-Time and get a bonus month free when you join through my link: https://timothymuza.pic-time.com/referral   Chapters 00:00 Embracing the Offseason02:49 Intentional Rest and Recharge05:40 Planning for the Future08:31 The Importance of CEO Days11:13 Reviewing Bookings and Revenue14:11 Creative Rest and Hobbies16:45 Systems and Workflow Improvements19:45 Marketing and Lead Generation22:30 Setting Revenue Goals25:18 Key Takeaways and Action Steps
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65 MIN
Wedding Planner do's and don'ts
OCT 27, 2025
Wedding Planner do's and don'ts
Lindsay and Tim welcome Michelle Maeck from Maeck Weddings to discuss the intricacies of wedding planning, particularly focusing on the importance of collaboration between planners and photographers. They explore the challenges of destination weddings, the cultural differences in wedding planning, and the significance of communication and teamwork in ensuring a smooth wedding day. Michelle shares her insights on what makes a good photographer and the qualities that can help build trust and rapport among wedding vendors. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the evolving landscape of wedding photography and planning, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the importance of personalized ceremonies, the impact of trends on wedding celebrations, and the significance of authenticity in vendor-client relationships. The conversation also highlights the challenges of justifying costs for wedding services and the necessity of collaboration among vendors to create a seamless experience for couples.    ⬇️ SUPPORT THE SHOW ⬇️   📱Want us to feature your question, photography story, or industry hot take on an episode? Send us a DM, voice note, or video on instagram @TheShootYourShotPodcast. Your privacy is important to us. If you want to remain anonymous just let us know :)   🎨Sign up with Imagen AI to streamline your photo editing and get 1500 edits free! Sign up below for this rad AF offer: https://tinyurl.com/mt46dz6n   ✨Become an IG reel-creating machine with Social Templates! with Promo code: LINDSAY. https://socialtemplates.co/lindsay   📸 Photographers! Try Pic-Time and get a bonus month free when you join through my link: https://timothymuza.pic-time.com/referral   Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Being Helpful at Weddings01:55 Introduction to Mack Weddings and Team Dynamics03:28 Navigating Destination Weddings07:15 Cultural Differences in Wedding Planning10:28 The Role of Communication in Wedding Planning14:10 Collaboration Between Photographers and Planners17:45 Understanding the Photographer's Perspective21:32 Challenges in Photographer-Planner Relationships25:17 Building Trust and Teamwork29:00 Qualities of a Good Photographer32:42 Adapting to Challenges on the Wedding Day34:51 Navigating Wedding Photography Locations35:36 Shifts in Wedding Ceremonies Post-202037:10 Personalized Ceremonies: A New Trend40:47 The Impact of COVID on Wedding Planning41:29 Trends in Wedding Cakes and Celebrations43:02 The Importance of Authenticity in Photography43:47 Choosing the Right Photographer: Key Factors50:16 Understanding Client Expectations and Reviews53:15 Justifying the Cost of Wedding Vendors57:21 Marketing Strategies for Wedding Photographers01:00:18 Collaboration Among Wedding Vendors01:04:44 Strong Opinions on Wedding Traditions
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71 MIN