More Than Photos

Brad & Jen - Creative Business Coaches, Wedding Photographers
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Veteran wedding photographers, Brad & Jen, peel back the curtain on what it takes to not just create beautiful photos, but build a thriving creative business — consider this your this is your go-to for actionable inspiration, practical steps, and the motivation to make your next move.

  1. 038 - How to Build Taste, Ignore Trends, and Play the Long Game w/ Pat Furey

    1D AGO

    038 - How to Build Taste, Ignore Trends, and Play the Long Game w/ Pat Furey

    Hey everyone! This week on the podcast we’re joined by Pat & Claire Furey, a Philadelphia-based husband-and-wife photography team known for their refined, timeless work and incredible business tac. In this conversation, we talk about staying relevant in a sea of sameness, building a business that supports longevity, and how to think ahead without losing your identity in the process. What We Cover: Why “luxury” is the result of a strong business — not a trend you chaseHow to recognize when the industry feels saturated (and what to do next)The danger of constant reinvention — and how to protect your creative identityHow they decide what to say no to for the sake of longevityA practical filter for growth: focus on what’s hardest to replicate and outsource the restConnect with Us: Apply for the Mastermind Program: https://learn.bradandjen.com/mastermind-coaching Join Purpose & Profit - A Roadmap to 10k Weddings: https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-course Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bradandjeneducation @bradandjen Fix Your Pricing Guide: Pricing Guide Template - Built to Convert: https://learn.bradandjen.com/brad-and-jen-pricing-guide Free Download:  5 Mistakes Costing You Bookings: http://learn.bradandjen.com/freebie-5-reasons-you-re-not-booking Connect with Pat & Claire: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patfureyphoto.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patfureyphoto Chapters:(00:00) Introduction & Why Longevity Matters in Photography(04:00) The Origin Story of Pat & Claire’s Business(12:00) Zagging When the Industry Zigs: Staying Ahead Without Losing Yourself(21:00) Dividing Roles to Build a Better Client Experience(35:00) Building Real Relationships with Planners (Not Performing for Them)(50:00) Saying No, Protecting Creativity, and Choosing the Right Clients(1:03:00) Running a Business That Prevents Burnout(1:12:00) Giving Back to the Industry & Thinking Long-Term(1:17:00) Final Advice for Building a 10–15 Year Career Keywords:wedding photography business, creative longevity, photography career sustainability, luxury wedding photography, client experience, photography branding, creative burnout prevention, photography partnerships, business strategy for photographers, industry relationships, saying no to clients, long-term creative career

    1h 19m
  2. 037 - Creating a Bespoke Wedding Experience w/ Daniel Knight Harris

    FEB 3

    037 - Creating a Bespoke Wedding Experience w/ Daniel Knight Harris

    In this episode of More Than Photos, Brad & Jen sit down with UK-based wedding photographer Daniel Knight Harris for a wide-ranging conversation on creative longevity, intentional business decisions, and building a career that supports real life. Drawing from his background in music and commercial photography, Daniel shares why weddings offer a rare gift of creative freedom and how slowing down, setting boundaries, and protecting energy have reshaped both his work and his family life. Key TakeawaysCreative-first decisions lead to healthier, longer careersSlowing processes can increase meaning and clarity for clientsProtecting energy matters as much as protecting incomeTools that require more intention can reconnect you to the craftLinks Daniel Knight Harris: https://www.danielknightharris.com/Daniel Knight Harris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielknightharris Learn More about Brad & Jen: Brad and Jen Website: learn.bradandjen.comPurpose and Profit Course: https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-course Chapters(00:00) Introduction & Daniel’s path into photography(04:30) From music and commercial work to weddings(10:15) Creative freedom in weddings vs. commercial spaces(15:40) Energy, boundaries, and avoiding burnout(20:10) Redefining what “thriving” actually means(26:00) Slowing down workflows and client expectations(32:30) Why giving less can strengthen the final product(38:45) Tools, film, and reengaging with the craft(45:10) Family rhythms, life rules, and work weeks(51:30) Saying no, trusting the process, and creative confidence(58:30) What success looks like in this season of lifeKeywords creative longevity, wedding photography, slow photography, creative burnout, sustainable business, film photography, client experience, creative boundaries, photography podcast, More Than Photos, Daniel Knight Harris

    1h 35m

  3. JAN 27

    036 - Different Markets, Different Rules: A Better Way to Grow

    In this episode of More Than Photos, Brad shares a powerful metaphor drawn from a skiing trip in Colorado to explain why growth in your business can suddenly feel exhausting—even when you’re experienced and capable. This conversation reframes pricing, markets, and “leveling up” not as a ladder to climb, but as terrain that requires conditioning. If growth has felt heavy, chaotic, or discouraging lately, this episode offers clarity, language, and a healthier path forward. Key Takeaways Strain is not always a sign of growth — often it’s feedbackDifferent markets aren’t better or worse, just different terrainRaising prices isn’t about numbers; it’s about readinessSustainable growth requires conditioning, not shortcutsEndurance, specificity, and emotional regulation matter more than tacticsA healthy business should support your life, not consume itLinks Purpose and Profit Course https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-courseMastermind Coaching https://learn.bradandjen.com/mastermind-coachingChapters (00:00) A skiing story that reframes growth(02:45) Why doing “the right things” can still feel wrong(05:00) Growth vs. strain: learning to read the feedback(06:30) Why markets aren’t a ladder—but terrain(08:45) The three muscles every creative must build(09:00) Endurance: systems, structure, and sustainability(10:30) Specificity: confidence, taste, and clarity(12:00) Breathing at altitude: handling pressure and expectations(13:30) The danger of leaping instead of stepping(15:00) A real-life filmmaker case study(17:30) What aligned growth actually produces(19:00) Invitation to go deeper with intentionKeywords creative growth, photography business, burnout, pricing photographers, creative sustainability, purpose and profit, photography education, creative business coaching, imposter syndrome, raising prices, More Than Photos podcast

    22 min
  4. 035 - Choosing Enough, Rest, and Creative Longevity w/ Daniel Kim

    JAN 20

    035 - Choosing Enough, Rest, and Creative Longevity w/ Daniel Kim

    Photographer Daniel Kim joins More Than Photos for a thoughtful conversation on creativity, burnout, and the long road of building a sustainable career. Daniel reflects on early ambition, seasons of overwork, and the disciplines like rest, journaling, budgeting, and saying no, that have helped him create without losing himself. This episode is an honest look at what it takes to make meaningful work without running your life at full throttle. Key Takeaways Burnout often comes from living in a constant state of urgency, not just working hardCreativity thrives with margin, not pressureRest is not a reward, it’s a disciplineJournaling helps clarify identity beyond output and productivityFinancial rhythms (budgeting, simplicity) directly affect creative freedomA sustainable career is built slowly, with intention and self-awarenessSuccess doesn’t require red-lining your life Links Daniel Kim Photography https://danielkimphoto.com/Daniel Kim on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/danielkimphoto/Rick Rubin’s book https://amzn.to/49gBIMcLearn More about Brad & Jen: Brad and Jen Website: learn.bradandjen.comPurpose and Profit Course: https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-course  Chapters (00:00) Introduction & meeting Daniel Kim(03:45) Early ambition and learning the photography grind(09:30) When creativity starts to feel like pressure(15:10) Burnout, exhaustion, and the cost of constant output(22:40) Why rest is essential for creative longevity(29:15) Journaling, self-awareness, and identity beyond work(36:50) Budgeting, simplicity, and creative freedom(44:20) Redefining success and building a sustainable career(51:30) Encouragement for creatives feeling tired or stuck Keywords creativity, burnout, photography podcast, creative burnout, sustainable creativity, rest and work, creative discipline, journaling for creatives, photography career, artistic identity, More Than Photos, Daniel Kim

    1h 34m
  5. 034 - The Discipline Behind a World-Class Photography Career w/ Samm Blake

    JAN 12

    034 - The Discipline Behind a World-Class Photography Career w/ Samm Blake

    Samm Blake joins More Than Photos for a conversation about longevity, discipline, and what it really takes to build a career that lasts. With over two decades in the industry, Samm reflects on resisting “luxury,” learning when to push and when to rest, and how quiet disciplines like editing, boundaries, and gut instinct have shaped her work at the highest level. This episode isn’t about chasing more, but tending what matters. Samm shares how artistic integrity, health, and intention have guided her through different seasons of growth, burnout, and recalibration. If you’re mid-career and trying to figure out how to grow without losing your love for the work, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Key TakeawaysLongevity is built through quiet, consistent disciplines—not constant expansionResisting “luxury” can be a values decision, not a limitationGrowth often requires subtraction, not additionBurnout can be a teacher when it leads to honest recalibrationEditing and curation are grounding artistic practices, not just workflow stepsGut instinct becomes trustworthy through years of reps and reflectionExcellence includes protecting health, energy, and relationshipsDecisions made today often show up 12–18 months laterA sustainable career is shaped slowly, with intention and self-awarenessYou don’t need to reinvent yourself to grow—you need to stay rooted in your why LinksSamm Blake Weddingshttps://www.sammblakeweddings.com/ Samm's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/sammblake/ Aperture Photography Workshop Serieshttps://aperture.org/books/photography-workshop-series/ Retouching Softwarehttps://www.evoto.ai Learn More About Brad & JenBrad & Jen Websitehttps://learn.bradandjen.com Purpose & Profit Coursehttps://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-course Chapters(00:00) Introduction & why this conversation matters(03:30) Resisting “luxury” and staying connected to your why(09:45) Career phases, rebuilding, and learning when to push or rest(17:30) Burnout, capacity, and the cost of constant momentum(24:00) Excellence under pressure and working at the highest level(31:30) Editing, curation, and grounding your artistic voice(38:45) Gut instinct, confidence, and earned trust(45:30) Health, boundaries, and redefining success(52:00) The long game: decisions that show up 18 months later(57:00) Encouragement for mid-career photographers feeling stretchedKeywordsphotography podcast, Samm Blake, wedding photography, creative longevity, sustainable photography career, creative discipline, editing and curation, resisting luxury, burnout and recovery, artistic growth, mid-career photographers, business and creativity, More Than Photos, Brad & Jen

    1h 12m
  6. 033 - Building for clients, not peers & the mindset to do both well w/ Noble Photo Co.

    12/19/2025

    033 - Building for clients, not peers & the mindset to do both well w/ Noble Photo Co.

    In this episode, we sit down with Christian Sudrath of Noble Photo Co. to talk about a hard truth many photographers avoid: you can build a following that will never hire you!!! We unpack what it looks like to stop posting for other photographers, separate making art from selling it, and build a business that actually moves you forward. If you’re feeling stuck, chasing engagement, or questioning who you’re really creating for, this conversation offers clarity and a better way forward.Connect with Christian: https://instagram.com/noblephotocoExplore Purpose & Profit: https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-course

    40 min
  7. 032 - Creating From Rest: Grant Daniels on Pacing, Presence & Purpose

    12/09/2025

    032 - Creating From Rest: Grant Daniels on Pacing, Presence & Purpose

    In this episode, we sit down with Texas-based wedding photographer Grant Daniels, a fourteen-season veteran, father of four, and someone who has built a thriving photography business by choosing small things done with care over the pressure to scale fast. Grant opens up about burnout, rebuilding his business with intention, and learning how to pace his life so he can show up fully - both for his couples and for his family. We talk about work–life balance for wedding photographers, creating a business that supports your life (not the other way around), the role of rest in your creative process, and how slowing down can actually deepen your artistry. Grant shares practical rhythms, thoughtful philosophies, and honest stories that will resonate with any photographer longing for a healthier pace, deeper presence, and more sustainable success. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow your wedding photography business and your life at the same time—or how to build a career rooted in joy, meaning, and discernment—this conversation is a breath of fresh air. View Grants Work: https://grantdanielsphotography.com/ Connect with Grant: https://www.instagram.com/grantdaniels Interested in having more conversations like this? Learn more about the Mastermind here: https://learn.bradandjen.com/mastermind-coaching

    1h 25m
  8. 031 - From Bored to Bold: Getting Clear on What You’re About, Who You’re For, and Finding the Clients Who Want the Same

    12/02/2025

    031 - From Bored to Bold: Getting Clear on What You’re About, Who You’re For, and Finding the Clients Who Want the Same

    In this episode, we sit down with New York–based photographer Tracy Jade, whose work and words have reshaped the conversation around documentary wedding photography. Tracy shares how creative boredom pushed her to get radically clear on what she’s about, who she’s for, and the kind of couples she’s meant to work with. We explore how speaking boldly—about her philosophy, her limits, and her values—became the key to attracting couples who want the same thing she does: presence over performance, honesty over perfection, and space to simply be themselves. If you’ve ever wondered whether your people actually exist… or feared that naming what you’re truly about might cost you clients, this conversation will feel like exhale. Tracy’s story proves the opposite: clarity creates connection, boldness creates momentum, and your people can find you—when you show them where you stand. Explore Tracy's Work: https://www.tracyjadephotography.com/ Connect with Tracy: https://www.instagram.com/tracyjadephoto/ Explore Purpose & Profit: https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-course

    1h 4m
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Veteran wedding photographers, Brad & Jen, peel back the curtain on what it takes to not just create beautiful photos, but build a thriving creative business — consider this your this is your go-to for actionable inspiration, practical steps, and the motivation to make your next move.

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    Brad & Jen - Creative Business Coaches, Wedding Photographers
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
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    Explicit
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    © 2025 Brad & Jen - Creative Business Coaches, Wedding Photographers
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