Shoot Your Shot

Jason Vinson joins us via the confessional booth from Canada Photo Summit with a wild story.

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Jacqueline Poole-Montesano , a wedding photographer accused of scamming clients and vendors. Tim and Lindsay explore the implications of her actions on the wedding industry, the lack of regulation for wedding vendors. The conversation highlights the need for better practices and accountability in the photography business. Timothy shares the first-hand accounts from 4 brides who shared their stories with us. The discussion highlights the emotional and financial impact on clients, the importance of accountability in the wedding industry, and the need for mental health awareness among professionals. Lindsay and Tim discuss how clients can protect themselves when hiring vendors and emphasizes the significance of building a sustainable photography business with proper systems in place.

News sources:

NOW: https://nowtoronto.com/news/very-vindictive-ontario-couples-report-being-scammed-by-the-same-wedding-photographer-police-investigating/

CTV: https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/brides-and-vendors-claim-they-were-ripped-off-by-barrie-photographer-1.7043092

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00:00 Introduction to the Wedding Vendor Crisis

03:12 The Jacqueline Poole Scandal Unfolds

06:02 Understanding the Impact on Clients and Vendors

08:45 The Business Model Behind the Scam

11:47 The Dangers of Associate Photography

15:09 Client Stories: A Deeper Look

18:03 The Need for Regulation in Wedding Photography

20:53 Conclusion and Next Steps for Clients

23:58 Final Thoughts and Reflections

35:45 The Impact of Unreliable Vendors

38:32 Navigating the Wedding Photography Minefield

42:35 Mental Health and Professional Responsibility

49:46 Finding Support and Resources

55:28 Red Flags for Clients

01:01:45 Building a Sustainable Photography Business

Maybe you are a bit like us and experience family and friends expressing their disappointed that we have a wedding to shoot this weekend. Excuse you?! We worked hard to book that wedding, don't yuck our yum.

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Lindsay & Tim answer the age old question of "When to raise your prices" and react to the growing trend of couples hiring a day-of Content Creator. Have a question you want answered on an episode? Send us a DM on instagram @TheShootYourShotPodcast

In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes, holiday gifts, and the complexities of client relationships in the photography business. They explore themes of feminism through the lens of Hooters, share listener experiences of peaks and valleys in their photography journeys, and delve into the challenges of client ghosting and communication. The conversation also touches on the importance of deposits and trust in client relationships, as well as humorous encounters with 'uncle photographers' at weddings. The episode concludes with a celebration of a fellow photographer's successful year despite setbacks. In this episode, Timothy Muza discusses various themes related to photography, including the importance of securing gear, finding clients that match one's vibe, the challenges of first looks at weddings, and the significance of community in the photography industry. He shares personal anecdotes and insights from fellow photographers, emphasizing the highs and lows of their experiences, including equipment failures and the emotional impact of losing gear. The conversation culminates in reflections on a long and fulfilling photography career, highlighting the joy and challenges that come with it.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Holiday Gifts

03:02 Hooters and Feminism: A Unique Perspective

05:50 Magic 8 Ball: Peaks and Valleys Recap

09:05 Listener Peaks and Valleys: Celebrating Wins and Losses

11:53 Client Ghosting: A Spooky Year for Photographers

15:00 Client Communication: Navigating Expectations and Concerns

17:52 The Importance of Deposits and Client Trust

21:08 Uncle Photographers: A Common Wedding Dilemma

24:00 Angela's Year: Success and Setbacks

31:30 The Importance of Gear Security

34:49 Finding Your Ideal Client Vibe

37:35 Navigating First Looks in Photography

39:30 Community Over Competition in Photography

43:47 The Challenges of Equipment Failure

56:53 Reflections on a Long Photography Career