Dangerous Creatives - A Photography and Creative Business Podcast

Kristin Sweeting
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If you’re a photographer or creative who is growing your business, you’re in the right place. You’re in the right place if you’re asking questions like: “How do I make money as a photographer?” “How do I scale my creative business?” “How to I price my photography or creative work?” “What types of marketing are most effective?” “How do I work from home part time while making multiple 6-figures?” “How do I transition into a high end luxury market as a photographer or creative?” “What income streams can I have as a creative?” Thanks for being here! -Kristin Sweeting and Team Danger

  1. 9月29日

    215. Soulful Art & Blank Spaces: Liz Allison's Journey Across Canvases

    In this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin sits down with her longtime friend and creative powerhouse, Liz Allison, to talk about her incredible transition from wedding photographer to full-time painter and internationally recognized muralist. Liz shares how growing up around construction and design shaped her creative lens, how motherhood sparked new waves of creativity, and how reclaiming her home as a canvas led to viral success. They dive into what it means to live a creative, aligned life, the fear of visibility, going viral without losing yourself, and building a business that supports your artistry and your family. Liz’s story is a gorgeous reminder that your creative journey is allowed to evolve, and that sometimes, the most magical work starts in your own living room. Connect with Liz: https://lizallisonart.com https://instagram.com/lizallison Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    57 分钟

  2. 9月15日

    214. Own Your Time: Creating Financial Independence with Andy Hill

    In this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin sits down with Marriage, Kids and Money host Andy Hill to dive into what financial independence really looks like for creatives. They explore the path from corporate burnout to part-time entrepreneurship, how the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement fits into a creative lifestyle, and practical ways to own your time and budget in alignment with your values. Andy shares how he paid off his house, saved a half-million by 40, and now lives a life centered around family, health, and freedom — all without working 60-hour weeks. Plus, they talk about raising financially empowered kids, how to find your “big rocks,” and why budgeting can actually increase your creativity. Don’t miss this honest, inspiring convo full of actionable tips and hard-earned wisdom. Preorder Andy’s new book, Own Your Time: 10 Financial Steps to Put Your Family First → https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book/ Connect with Andy: Podcast: Marriage, Kids and Money (Apple | Spotify) Instagram: @andyhillmkm Website: marriagekidsandmoney.com Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠⁠⁠

    51 分钟

  3. 9月1日

    213. Weaving Together the Wedding Industry and Philanthropy with Whitney Gorbett

    In this powerful episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin chats with Whitney Gorbett—wedding planner, nonprofit founder, and all-around force for good—about how her business, Woven by Whitney Gorbett, blends creativity, community care, and crisis response. From teaching dance in Nicaragua to leading disaster relief efforts in her North Carolina hometown, Whitney shares how her work has always centered around gathering people and creating beauty out of chaos. They explore how wedding professionals and creatives can make a tangible impact through their work, what it looks like to balance heart-led philanthropy with a thriving business, and why building regenerative, community-rooted businesses is the future. Whitney also shares about her upcoming healing arts event Recede and how you can get involved in her mission. Connect with Whitney: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wovenbywhit Substack: https://wovenbywhit.substack.com/ Recede  – September 18 Heimerdinger Foundation Fundraiser – September 27 Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠⁠

    49 分钟

  4. 8月18日

    212. Booking and Building a Second Shooting Side Hustle for your Business with Jimmy Lick

    Get 1500 FREE Edits with Imagen AI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://imagenai.com/podcast In this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin chats with Jimmy Lick, founder of Second Society, about how second shooting can be a powerful way to build your career, create consistent income, and elevate your brand. Jimmy shares his journey from running his boutique wedding film company, Rora Film Co., to building a platform that connects talented second and associate shooters with photographers and filmmakers who need them.  You’ll hear practical advice for building a solid team, using second shooting as a learning and networking opportunity, and setting clear boundaries around image use. Plus, Jimmy shares how Second Society is creating a vetted, global network of experienced wedding pros and making hiring, contracts, and payments a seamless process. Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn More: Bridal Fashion Week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://danger-school.mykajabi.com/offers/4LFWdL55/checkout⁠⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠

    42 分钟

  5. 8月4日

    211. How to Shift Your Visibility and Mindset for Better Bookings This Fall

    Get 1500 FREE Edits with Imagen AI: ⁠⁠⁠https://imagenai.com/podcast⁠ In this episode, you’ll get an insider’s look at a Dangerous Creatives coaching call focused on visibility and mindset—because real growth happens when you lean into what feels uncomfortable. Kristin is fresh off a half-sabbatical and tapping into that back-to-school energy to help you elevate your marketing—whether you’re booking weddings, connecting with Gen Z clients, or finally pushing past your “cringe” radar on camera. Kristin dives into why authenticity wins (spoiler: Gen Z hires on vibes and values), how to let in-person networking feed your Instagram, and how to choose the medium—video, blog, or community chat—that feels most genuine for you. Kristin also shares her “visibility monster” story, guides you through exercises to uncover your aspirational client energy, and arms you with affirmations to quiet the fear. Join the membership for $33/month or $333 a year during our summer sale! Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn More: Camp Danger: ⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com/camp-danger⁠⁠⁠ Bridal Fashion Week: ⁠⁠⁠https://danger-school.mykajabi.com/offers/4LFWdL55/checkout⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠

    21 分钟

  6. 7月21日

    210. 7 Things to Do When You're Feeling Stuck This Summer

    Get 1500 FREE Edits with Imagen AI: ⁠⁠https://imagenai.com/podcast In this solo episode, Kristin Sweeting gets real about summer slow seasons, sabbaticals, and what to do when you're feeling creatively or financially stuck. From creating a relaxed, themed weekday routine (grab the free PDF via the links below!) to brainstorming new income streams and organizing your money, Kristin shares 7 practical and inspiring ways to reset your mindset and business mid-year. She talks batching your work week, rewarding yourself for deep tasks, launching digital offers (like on Kajabi), outsourcing with tools like Imagen AI (get 1,500 free edits at imagenai.com/podcast), and building confidence by getting in front of the camera. Whether you’re resting or rebuilding this summer, this episode will give you permission to pause—and the tools to thrive. Batch Schedule Freebie Kajabi Wealthfront - Get a bonus 0.50% APY for 3 months with this link! Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ Learn More: Camp Danger: ⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com/camp-danger⁠⁠ Greece Study Abroad: ⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com/study-abroad-greece⁠⁠ Bridal Fashion Week: ⁠⁠https://danger-school.mykajabi.com/offers/4LFWdL55/checkout⁠⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠

    28 分钟

  7. 7月7日

    209. “How do I price/value my new offer?”: A Coaching Episode

    Get 1500 FREE Edits with Imagen AI: ⁠⁠https://imagenai.com/podcast⁠ In this coaching episode, I sit down with Jes Barkman—wedding planner, venue consultant, and business coach for creative moms in the wedding industry. We dive deep into her consulting offers, pricing strategies, and how she's building a business that supports both her clients and her life as a new mom. Jes shares her journey from high-volume venue sales to launching a virtual consulting model that helps wedding vendors grow profitable businesses without burning out. Whether you're a coach, a creative, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge you to claim your value, rework your pricing, and build a more sustainable business that aligns with your life. Jes is a wedding business consultant turned no-BS coach for venues and vendors who want to make more money without going full luxury. After years in the trenches — selling weddings, planning for all kinds of couples, and scaling a seasonal micro-venue to 7 figures — she now helps other pros do the same with bold strategy, personality-packed offers, and zero fluff. Jes is currently building a certification program to teach wedding planners how to launch and grow virtual consulting businesses — especially those who want more balance as working moms without giving up what they love. Connect with Jes: https://www.knottedevents.co https://www.weddingbusinesscoaching.com https://www.instagram.com/knottedevents.co Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ Learn More: Camp Danger: ⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com/camp-danger⁠⁠ Greece Study Abroad: ⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com/study-abroad-greece⁠⁠ Bridal Fashion Week: ⁠⁠https://danger-school.mykajabi.com/offers/4LFWdL55/checkout⁠⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠

    54 分钟

  8. 6月23日

    208. Pulling Back the Veil on Bridal Fashion Photography with Sophie Kaye

    Get 1500 FREE Edits with Imagen AI: ⁠https://imagenai.com/podcast In this episode, I’m sitting down with my friend and powerhouse photographer Sophie Kaye to talk all things luxury client experience, Bridal Fashion Week, and how to carve out a brand that’s both elevated and deeply personal. Sophie shares stories—from five-star hotel moments that reshaped her approach to client care, to how she got started shooting bridal fashion—and she’s not holding back. We talk marketing strategy (including why good work alone isn’t enough), personal branding in 2025, and why being accessible, present, and yourself is your best business move. If you’re ready to elevate how your work is perceived, get booked by aligned clients, or step into the fashion world, this one’s packed with actionable gems. Stay tuned to the end for some takes and tips you can implement immediately.  Sophie Kaye is a wedding, editorial, and fashion photographer based in New York City. After beginning her career in the photo department of Teen Vogue, she quickly moved on to shooting runways, campaigns, and working with couples who seek out a more styled, editorial aesthetic for their celebrations all over the world. A lover of art and history, Sophie uses a combination of film and medium format digital to capture soft, romantic images that feel inspired by eras past. Her work has been featured in VOGUE, Forbes, Over The Moon, Martha Stewart Weddings, The New York Times, and more. Connect with Sophie: www.sophiekaye.com instagram.com/sophiekayephotography Connect with Kristin: ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://dangerschool.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://kristinsweeting.substack.com⁠⁠ Learn More: Camp Danger: ⁠https://dangerschool.com/camp-danger⁠ Greece Study Abroad: ⁠https://dangerschool.com/study-abroad-greece⁠ Bridal Fashion Week: ⁠https://danger-school.mykajabi.com/offers/4LFWdL55/checkout⁠ Credits: Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.firechoirband.com⁠⁠⁠ Jen Madigan Creative: ⁠⁠⁠https://jenmadigancreative.com⁠

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If you’re a photographer or creative who is growing your business, you’re in the right place. You’re in the right place if you’re asking questions like: “How do I make money as a photographer?” “How do I scale my creative business?” “How to I price my photography or creative work?” “What types of marketing are most effective?” “How do I work from home part time while making multiple 6-figures?” “How do I transition into a high end luxury market as a photographer or creative?” “What income streams can I have as a creative?” Thanks for being here! -Kristin Sweeting and Team Danger

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