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In this week's episode, our guest is Anna Claire Collier, founder of Born & Raised Studio, a traveling children's heirloom portrait studio. We leave no stone unturned as we discuss exactly what a session looks like, all the way from session times to pricing and products. This episode is packed with helpful information for any of you who might be interested or slightly intrigued by the beautiful artwork that is heirloom photography.
Connect with Anna Claire Collier:
https://www.bornandraisedstudio.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bornandraisedstudio/
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FLASHBACK: Over two episodes, Kim sat down with Shanna Skidmore to talk about defining enough. This week we're replaying part one, where Kim and Shanna talk about pricing, calculating your "enough number," burnout and taking rests, and understanding what it is we actually want when we set goals. Look back to episode 33 for the second half of this conversation!
Connect with Shanna:
https://shannaskidmore.com/
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After taking a pause for four babies in five years, Caroline Eidson made the brave choice to relaunch her photography business, and she’s doing it with clarity, confidence, and direction. In this episode, Kim sits down with Caroline to talk about what it’s really like to start fresh, what helped her rebuild with purpose, and why the right support makes all the difference.
We talk about:
What it means to relaunch your business after a full pause
The mindset shifts that helped Caroline move forward
How she’s redefined her pricing, editing style, and workflow
The power of community and real-time mentorship through TMA
If you’re wondering whether it’s too late to start again, this conversation will offer just the encouragement you need.
Connect with Caroline:
https://carolineeidson.com/
https://themotherhoodanthology.com/photography-mentoring/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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In this episode, Kim debuts a new segment called “Surprise Dial,” where she checks in with Valerie Vaughan, a TMA mentor and mother of three, including a newborn. Valerie shares insights on balancing business and motherhood, emphasizing the importance of outsourcing and giving herself grace during this season. We're also teasing upcoming resources for TMA members, including email templates and a film photography guide designed to help photographers at all stages.
Connect with Valerie:
https://valeriecallan.com/
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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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In this episode, Katie Lamb returns to dive deep into the elements that create a true light and airy photography style. With 17 years of experience as a light and airy photographer, Katie breaks down the key components of this popular aesthetic and dispels common misconceptions.
Episode Highlights:
The three key elements that define light and airy photography: soft neutral tones, clean creamy skin tones, and soft shadows
How to choose client wardrobes that enhance the light and airy style
What to look for in locations: great light, the right types of trees, open sky, and appropriate grass height
The difference between clean light vs. muddy light and how to identify both
Why overexposing doesn't equal light and airy (and can actually ruin your images)
Tips for metering properly for skin tones using spot metering
How to position yourself and clients to create soft light even in harsh lighting conditions
Use code TMA at checkout for exclusive podcast listener discounts on Katie's master level courses at katielamb.com.
Connect with Katie:
https://www.katielamb.com/
Master the Light and Airy Style Course:
https://www.katielamb.com/a/2148058934/PH57zJNL
(Don't forget the coupon code TMA)
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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In this episode, copywriting queen Ashlyn Carter joins Kim for a masterclass in marketing your photography business to high-value clients. From crafting magnetic website copy to confidently communicating your pricing, Ashlyn dives into the language that elevates your brand from "pretty pictures" to powerful positioning. If you want to attract luxury clients without selling your soul—or your soul-crushing sanity—this one’s for you.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
Why photographers *are* solving a problem (and need to market that way)
The confidence key to premium pricing
How to create messaging that does the selling for you
A copywriting formula to upgrade your website today
Why “I have a passion for photography” isn’t helping your brand
Sustainable marketing that doesn’t require you to post 24/7
✨ Bonus: Ashlyn’s take on whether the word “luxury” is still working—and what to say instead.
Connect with Ashlyn:
https://ashlynwrites.com/
Ashlyn's free Copy Kit Clinic - https://aw.ink/ma
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Sara Bywaters-Baldwin, TMA Group Expert and the owner of Willow Canvas, is taking over the TMA podcast this week to discuss how small business owners can create meaningful connections with clients by being genuine, attentive, and creative. Sara shares personal stories and insights about building relationships that go beyond transactional business interactions, emphasizing the importance of listening, remembering details, and showing authentic care for customers.
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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In this episode, I sit down with Adrianne Shelton, one of our incredible TMA mentors, to dive deep into the world of styled shoots. As a photographer balancing a full-time job and her creative passion, Adrianne shares her unique approach to creating meaningful, intentional photography that tells a story. We explore how styled shoots can transform your portfolio, inspire your creativity, and help you connect with your artistic vision.
Key Takeaways:
Styled shoots are a powerful way to control your creative narrative, allowing you to choose every element from models to location
Collaborating with vendors like hair and makeup artists can elevate your shoot and provide mutual marketing benefits
Personal projects and styled shoots can help photographers stay inspired and maintain passion, even with a busy schedule
Connect with Adrianne:
https://beatificvisionsphotography.com/
https://beatificvisionsphotography.com/alight-retreat-2025
https://instagram.com/beatificvisionsphotography
https://instagram.com/thealightretreat
https://instagram.com/thekindredpath
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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What if living creatively wasn't about forcing inspiration, but about finding your own natural rhythm?
In this Part 2 of our conversation, international photographer Riley Hitchner shares how she's intentionally carved her own path, from starting her photography journey at 16 to now balancing motherhood and a thriving business. Join us as Riley dives deeper into her unique approach to resetting, finding inspiration, and defining success.
This week, we're talking about:
Resetting and Recharging: The benefits of walking and Riley's favorite ways to reset
Creative Inspiration: How Riley finds inspiration outside of photography
Capturing Meaningful Moments: The last moment that inspired Riley to pick up her camera
Defining Success: Riley's perspective on success centered around living within one's unique design
Collections: The antique pieces and creative works Riley collects
Connect with Riley Hitchner:
https://www.ryleehitchnerjournal.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ryleehitchner/
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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What if living creatively wasn't about forcing inspiration, but about finding your own natural rhythm?
This week's conversation with international photographer Riley Hitchner explores exactly that. From starting her photography journey at 16 to now balancing motherhood and a thriving business, Riley shares how she's intentionally carved her own path at every turn.
In this Part 1 of this conversation, Riley shares:
How she transformed her business to align with her family's rhythms, focusing on seasonal work and homeschooling her three children
The importance of building genuine creative communities that nourish and support each other, especially as mothers
Her journey of navigating creative burnout and reconnecting with her passion through the encouragement of her creative community
And so much more!
Join us next week for Part 2 and the rest of our soul-filling conversation with Riley!
Connect with Riley Hitchner:
https://www.ryleehitchnerjournal.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ryleehitchner/
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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Brielle Pepper from Jacob & Brielle Photography is back on the podcast this week to share an update. If you remember, Brielle was a guest over a year ago sharing about making a BIG pivot with the help of the resources in the TMA Community. Now, she's here to update us about how it's gone since she made some big decisions, raised her prices, and what you can expect in your own business when making a pivot, too.
Listen to Brielle's previous episode:
https://themotherhoodanthology.com/the-motherhood-anthology-podcast-ep-59-success-story-with-brielle-pepper/
Connect with Brielle:
https://jacobandbriellephotography.com/
https://www.instagram.com/jacobandbriellephotography/
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with TMA:
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This week, our Community Manager Ali and group expert, Shannon Griffin, went live in our Facebook group and the conversation was so good we just had to share it here on the podcast, too. Shannon is sharing her pivot from wedding photography to family and boudoir, her unique positioning when she tells people what she does that sets her apart, her pricing and marketing strategy for booking high-value clients and selling physical products, and so much more. You are going to want to take notes for this one!
Connect with Shannon & Ali:
https://www.shannongriffin.com
Ali's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/alipayne__/
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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This week, I am chatting with the talented Kate Grabowski of Kate Marie Portraiture. Kate and I dive into the importance of setting boundaries, taking breaks, and staying inspired as creative entrepreneurs. We discuss Kate's incredible photography style and her client process, from initial inquiries to session planning and delivery. We also explore the sources that fuel our creativity, from nature and dance to film and interior design, while emphasizing the need to stay true to our authentic selves.
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with Kate:
http://katemarieportraiture.com
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Today I'm joined by Laura Esmond, the creator of the "Get Rooted" coaching program for motherhood photographers. We cover topics like simplifying business processes, pricing strategies, balancing business and personal life, and standing out in a saturated market... and so much more!
Connect with Laura:
https://www.lauraesmond.com/getrooted
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Connect with TMA:
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One of our featured mentors in TMA is Katie Lamb, and in today's episode, we are excited for Katie to guest host the podcast. She's talking all about setting and maintaining clear boundaries to thrive while running a photography business.
Connect with Katie:
https://www.katielamb.com/
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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This week, our resident SEO expert, Melissa Arlena is taking the mic to share some SEO Basics.
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with Melissa:
https://pictureperfectrankings.com
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Marie of Marie Elizabeth Photography is taking over the mic today to outline the steps she took to transition from a teaching career to running a successful full-time photography business., In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of raising prices to a profitable level, developing a strong brand, and implementing effective marketing strategies focused on SEO and social media to gradually grow her client base.
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with Marie:
Marie's Website
Marie's IG
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Adrianne Shelton is back this week to discuss the "mini membership" program in her photography business, which offers shorter and more affordable photography sessions throughout the year as a way to provide options for clients who may have been priced out of her full session offerings, allowing them to continue documenting their family. We are also discussing the pricing and structure of the mini membership, as well as how she hopes it will complement her existing full-session offerings.
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Connect with Adrianne:
https://beatificvisionsphotography.com
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
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As we head into the new year, I'm thrilled to welcome back mentors Adrianne Shelton and Sara Bywaters-Baldwin to the podcast for a conversation about finding inspiration and setting ourselves up for growth in 2025. We also discuss practical tips for managing stress, avoiding burnout, and cultivating a supportive community - all essential for sustainable growth.
Key Takeaways:
The power of taking time for yourself as a creative entrepreneur
Practical tips for managing stress and avoiding burnout
The importance of cultivating a supportive community
Elevate your portraits with Willow Canvas' beautiful, hand-painted Fine Art backdrops - get free shipping and 25% off multiple canvases with code "multi25" at WillowCanvasBackdrops.com
Connect with Adrianne and learn about the Alight Retreat:
https://beatificvisionsphotography.com/alight-retreat-2025
Connect with Sara:
https://www.willowcanvasbackdrops.com/
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
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Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox -
I'm so excited to welcome back one of our favorite guests, Danielle Hobbs, to the podcast. Danielle is a master of newborn photography and a beloved mentor inside our TMA membership. If you've been around the photography community for a while, you've probably heard Danielle referred to as the "GOAT" (greatest of all time) when it comes to capturing those sweet, sleepy newborns. In this episode, Danielle and I dive into all things newborn photography - from setting up the perfect bean bag scene to nailing the ideal lighting. She's also giving us a peek into her studio and sharing her top tips for handling those tricky toddler + newborn sessions.
Melissa Arlena offers SEO services and a group coaching program to help photographers rank higher on Google - Get 20% off with code "motherhood" at pictureperfectrankings.com/TMA
Connect with Danielle:
https://www.daniellehobbsphotography.com/for-photographers/
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Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
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Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox - Laat meer zien
