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In this episode of Workflows, Scott Wyden Kivowitz is joined by the innovative and influential photographer Elena S Blair. With her authentic approach and efficient workflows, she has revolutionized the school photography industry.

She offers an in-depth look into her year-round school photography services, emphasizing the importance of getting everything right in-camera to minimize post-processing time. She opens up about her preferences for a specific gallery solution due to its organization features. She discusses the cautious adoption of AI in her workflow, highlighting its benefits and efficiency.

Elena S Blair is an internationally recognized Lifestyle Family & Newborn and Fine-Art volume school photographer based in Seattle, WA. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications like Click Magazine and Rangefinder Magazine. Elena also teaches photography through renowned online platforms. She runs a successful group coaching program, The Elena S Blair Mastermind, guiding photographers worldwide to create meaningful art and build profitable businesses.

Why You Should Listen

• Enhance your school photography business with tips from an industry expert.
• Discover best practices for organizing and delivering school photos efficiently.
• Learn how AI is transforming the photography business, especially in editing.
• Get insights into effective marketing strategies that can lead to increased customer spending.
• Understand the importance of simplifying photo products to meet customer satisfaction and boost sales.

Resources

• ShootProof
• Elena S Blair Education

Tune in to the Workflows podcast to learn how to streamline your school photography process and take advantage of modern tools and technologies.

• (00:00) - 050
• (01:11) - What is one thing that you do for the photographic process that has saved you time?
• (04:26) - What is one thing that you do for the business that saves you time or money?
• (14:19) - What is one thing that you do for editing that has saved you time?
• (16:13) - What is one thing that you do after a session that has increased business?
• (23:38) - Can you share an outlined breakdown of your workflow from lead to delivery?
• (31:36) - What does the future of AI in photography look like to you?
• (35:58) - How did Imagen impact your life?

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Have you ever wondered how top photographers seamlessly engage, onboard, and sustain exceptional client relationships? This episode takes you behind the lens to uncover those secrets!

Jeff Chang and Scott Wyden Kivowitz discuss effective client engagement strategies and the intricacies of running a successful photography business. From initial email and video contact to comprehensive meetings, learn how to build trust and communicate effectively, ensuring a smooth experience on the wedding day. Get practical tips like the "cooler hack" for hot days and insights into efficient photo backup processes. Discover why spontaneous portraits at cocktail receptions are a potential game-changer and gain valuable strategies to enhance your workflow, from editing to final photo delivery.

Jeff Chang, co-founder of The Apartment Photo and winner of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award, boasts 15 years of capturing love stories across five continents. When he’s not finding new ways to create meaningful experiences for his clients, he’s following another of his passions, engaging with the photography community through speaking at industry events and creating educational content on Instagram, which has just reached over 15 million views.

Why You Should Listen

• Master the art of engaging potential clients and seamless onboarding.
• Gain actionable strategies to ensure smooth photography sessions on wedding days.
• Learn efficient photo backup techniques to safeguard your work.
• Discover creative hacks for unique wedding shots and spontaneous portraits.
• Enhance your client experience with personal touches and effective follow-ups.

Don't miss out on this wealth of knowledge that can streamline your workflow and elevate your client interactions. Tune in to the Workflows photography podcast now!

• (00:00) - Jeff Chang
• (05:09) - What is one thing that you do for the photographic process that has saved you time?
• (11:11) - What is one thing that you do for the business that saves you time or money?
• (13:40) - What is one thing that you do for editing that has saved you time?
• (20:02) - What is one thing that you do after a session that has increased business?
• (29:37) - Can you share an outlined breakdown of your workflow from lead to delivery?
• (50:42) - How did Imagen impact your life?

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In this episode of the Workflows Photography Podcast, Scott explores a topic close to his heart - the importance of community for photographers.

Why You Should Listen

• Gain insights on how community can enhance your photography skills and business.
• Learn actionable tips for finding and engaging with supportive photographer communities.
• Discover how community support can help overcome creative blocks and grow your network.
• Hear a personal story about the transformative power of connections in photography.
• Understand the benefits of being part of both online and local photography communities.

Scott shares his journey from feeling isolated to finding incredible support and growth through community engagement. He unpacks how photographers can leverage online and local groups to elevate their craft and build lasting relationships.

Join the conversation in the Imagen Community and share how being part of a photography tribe has impacted your journey. Connect with passionate photographers like you.