Unpopular Opinions with Sandra Coan | A Photography & Business Podcast Sandra Coan
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The go-to podcast for maternity, newborn and family photographers looking for insight into the art and business of photography.
Sandra Coan is an award winning photographer, industry educator and best selling author with over 25 years experience working in the photography industry. On this podcast, she's sharing every thing she's learned over the course of her career. No holding back. No gate keeping. Just real talk and honest opinions, even if they're unpopular.
To learn more visit: www.sandracoanstudios.com
Instagram: @sandracoan
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18: Do You Need a Certification to Be a Successful Photographer?
We’re opening applications for Sandra Coan Certification is just two weeks! And so on today’s episode, I’d love to talk discuss the elephant in the room in regards to that program which is, do you need a certification to be a professional photographer? And are there any benefits to having one? Is it actually necessary? So if you are considering joining the Sandra Coan Certification program, or any other certification program, this episode is for you!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/05/07/do-you-need-a-certification-to-be-a-successful-photographer/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
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17: Sandra Coan Certification Review
One of the benefits about being in the Sandra Coan Certification program is the opportunity to have one-on-one meetings with me as you work through the program.
I know a lot of people have questions about what the one-on-one calls are like, so you can listen to one!
Sit down with me and Laura Watts Walsh to talk about Certification!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/30/sandra-coan-certification-review/
LAURA WATTS WALSH
https://www.instagram.com/laurawattswalshphoto/
https://www.laurawattswalsh.com/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
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16: How To Run a Successful Photography Business WITHOUT Marketing
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I work with over 150 clients a year, and I don’t do any active marketing for my studio. So, on today’s podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly how I’m able to get away with that… and I’m going to walk you through the exact method I set up for myself YEARS ago, that makes it possible for me to have a successful photography business WITHOUT doing the marketing busy work!
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
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15: AI and Your Photography Business
One of the big changes to hit the photography industry recently is AI. Recently, I shared a post in one of my FB groups about how I’ve been using it in my business, and got a comment about how it’s going to be the end of the photography industry and we should all beware. So, on today’s episode, I’m going to share my thoughts on AI: how it hurts us, how it helps us, and how to use it wisely in your photography business
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/16/ai-and-your-photography-business-how-it-hurts-how-it-helps-and-how-to-use-it-wisely/
LINKS
Imagen AI
https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=sandracoan
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
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14: The Secret to Success in Your Photography Business
The secret to your success is NOT your technical skill. It is NOT your marketing know-how either. It’s your confidence.Confidence is the key to making your dreams come true. It is the bridge between wanting and having.
And on today’s episode, I’m going to share what I’ve learned over the course of my 25 year career about how to get it.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/02/the-secret-to-success-in-your-photography-business/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
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13: Composition for Newborn and Family Photographers with Rebecca Hunnicutt
Welcome to Unpopular Opinions! I'm Sandra Coan, an award-winning photographer, and in this episode, I talk with my friend, Rebecca Hunnicutt.
Rebecca Hunnicutt is a photography educator who teaches photographers at all levels how to turn ordinary locations into extraordinary images with confidence and ease, AND how to further elevate those images with post processing. She's also a lifestyle family and children's photographer based in Portland Oregon capturing joy filled images of families and today's contemporary kids at local preschools.
Join us as Rebecca walks us through her process and we touch on the importance of moving your body, identifying patterns in your work, and finding your signature style.
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
Rebecca Hunnicutt
Webinar:
Three common composition mistakes and why to avoid them
Course Link:
Composition & Color | Turn Ordinary Locations Into Extraordinary Images
Website:
https://www.hunnicuttphotography.com
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.education
https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.photography
Customer Reviews
Helpful!
Sandra is so genuine and helpful. I’ve learned about business and lighting and her podcast sounds like a conversation I’d be having with a friend.
Glad to have this podcast back!
Sandra is an industry expert who makes the complex seem simple. She has a gift for communicating with the listener and her interview subjects. I’ve gotten many gems of information from her podcasts and her website and classes of course. Glad to have her back and commend her bravery she displays by sharing so completely. She knows lighting, posing and business marketing so well and makes it accessible to casual photographers and experts alike.
Glad you're back!
So great to hear your voice! You are inspirational to say the least. Looking forward to learning more and connecting with this community. ❤️