"Starting Smarter" is a fresh mini-series that dives into the journeys of wedding photographers. Each episode explores why these photographers chose to document love stories and the wisdom they've gained along the way. From navigating challenges to uncovering unexpected joys, our guests share the lessons they'd impart to their younger selves if starting again in today’s world.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your photography adventure, "Starting Smarter" offers insights, inspiration, and advice to help you thrive in the ever-changing wedding photography industry.

Today's guest is: Hertfordshire Wedding Photographer - Erica Hawkins

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Here's how we support your journey:

• Learn From Those Who've Been There: Immerse yourself in hundreds of hours of heartfelt tutorials from photographers who remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are now. They share not just their techniques, but their struggles, breakthroughs, and the emotional wisdom they've gained along the way.
• Make Your Business Flourish: Get caring guidance on the parts of running a photography business that nobody teaches you – from pricing your work with confidence to attracting your ideal clients through authentic marketing.
• Find Your Photography Family: Connect with fellow photographers who understand your dreams and challenges. Share experiences, celebrate successes, and build lasting friendships at our intimate events and gatherings.

Ready to transform your wedding photography journey? We'd love to welcome you into the NineDots family. JOIN HERE: https://nine-dots.co/join/

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"Starting Smarter" is a fresh mini-series that dives into the journeys of wedding photographers. Each episode explores why these photographers chose to document love stories and the wisdom they've gained along the way. From navigating challenges to uncovering unexpected joys, our guests share the lessons they'd impart to their younger selves if starting again in today’s world.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your photography adventure, "Starting Smarter" offers insights, inspiration, and advice to help you thrive in the ever-changing wedding photography industry.

Today's guest is: Rutland and Leicestershire Wedding Photographer: Gina Fernandes

JOIN THE NINEDOTS MEMBERSHIP
We know that being a wedding photographer isn't just a job – it's your passion, your art, and your calling. That's why NineDots membership was created by photographers who understand exactly what you're going through, whether you're capturing a couple's first dance or building your dream business from the ground up.

Here's how we support your journey:

• Learn From Those Who've Been There: Immerse yourself in hundreds of hours of heartfelt tutorials from photographers who remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are now. They share not just their techniques, but their struggles, breakthroughs, and the emotional wisdom they've gained along the way.
• Make Your Business Flourish: Get caring guidance on the parts of running a photography business that nobody teaches you – from pricing your work with confidence to attracting your ideal clients through authentic marketing.
• Find Your Photography Family: Connect with fellow photographers who understand your dreams and challenges. Share experiences, celebrate successes, and build lasting friendships at our intimate events and gatherings.

Ready to transform your wedding photography journey? We'd love to welcome you into the NineDots family. JOIN HERE: https://nine-dots.co/join/

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

Join AfterShoot and let the magical unicorns do the work for you! Aftershoot has changed our lives! Sign up to day here!

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"Starting Smarter" is a fresh mini-series that dives into the journeys of wedding photographers. Each episode explores why these photographers chose to document love stories and the wisdom they've gained along the way. From navigating challenges to uncovering unexpected joys, our guests share the lessons they'd impart to their younger selves if starting again in today’s world.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your photography adventure, "Starting Smarter" offers insights, inspiration, and advice to help you thrive in the ever-changing wedding photography industry.

Today's guest is: Luxury Wedding Photographer - Andy Mac

JOIN THE NINEDOTS MEMBERSHIP
We know that being a wedding photographer isn't just a job – it's your passion, your art, and your calling. That's why NineDots membership was created by photographers who understand exactly what you're going through, whether you're capturing a couple's first dance or building your dream business from the ground up.

Here's how we support your journey:

• Learn From Those Who've Been There: Immerse yourself in hundreds of hours of heartfelt tutorials from photographers who remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are now. They share not just their techniques, but their struggles, breakthroughs, and the emotional wisdom they've gained along the way.
• Make Your Business Flourish: Get caring guidance on the parts of running a photography business that nobody teaches you – from pricing your work with confidence to attracting your ideal clients through authentic marketing.
• Find Your Photography Family: Connect with fellow photographers who understand your dreams and challenges. Share experiences, celebrate successes, and build lasting friendships at our intimate events and gatherings.

Ready to transform your wedding photography journey? We'd love to welcome you into the NineDots family. JOIN HERE: https://nine-dots.co/join/

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

Join AfterShoot and let the magical unicorns do the work for you! Aftershoot has changed our lives! Sign up to day here!

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"Starting Smarter" is a fresh mini-series that dives into the journeys of wedding photographers. Each episode explores why these photographers chose to document love stories and the wisdom they've gained along the way. From navigating challenges to uncovering unexpected joys, our guests share the lessons they'd impart to their younger selves if starting again in today’s world.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your photography adventure, "Starting Smarter" offers insights, inspiration, and advice to help you thrive in the ever-changing wedding photography industry.

Today's guest is: Peak District Wedding Photographer - Tom Hodgson

JOIN THE NINEDOTS MEMBERSHIP
We know that being a wedding photographer isn't just a job – it's your passion, your art, and your calling. That's why NineDots membership was created by photographers who understand exactly what you're going through, whether you're capturing a couple's first dance or building your dream business from the ground up.

Here's how we support your journey:

• Learn From Those Who've Been There: Immerse yourself in hundreds of hours of heartfelt tutorials from photographers who remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are now. They share not just their techniques, but their struggles, breakthroughs, and the emotional wisdom they've gained along the way.
• Make Your Business Flourish: Get caring guidance on the parts of running a photography business that nobody teaches you – from pricing your work with confidence to attracting your ideal clients through authentic marketing.
• Find Your Photography Family: Connect with fellow photographers who understand your dreams and challenges. Share experiences, celebrate successes, and build lasting friendships at our intimate events and gatherings.

Ready to transform your wedding photography journey? We'd love to welcome you into the NineDots family. JOIN HERE: https://nine-dots.co/join/

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

Join AfterShoot and let the magical unicorns do the work for you! Aftershoot has changed our lives! Sign up to day here!

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This week, our guest Cambridgeshire Wedding Photographer Tom Beynon opens up about navigating social media as a naturally introverted photographer. He also shares the story of how he began his journey in wedding photography, his documentary-style approach to capturing weddings, and his exciting plans to shake up his lens choices for 2025!


JOIN THE NINEDOTS MEMBERSHIP
We know that being a wedding photographer isn't just a job – it's your passion, your art, and your calling. That's why NineDots membership was created by photographers who understand exactly what you're going through, whether you're capturing a couple's first dance or building your dream business from the ground up.

Here's how we support your journey:

• Learn From Those Who've Been There: Immerse yourself in hundreds of hours of heartfelt tutorials from photographers who remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are now. They share not just their techniques, but their struggles, breakthroughs, and the emotional wisdom they've gained along the way.
• Make Your Business Flourish: Get caring guidance on the parts of running a photography business that nobody teaches you – from pricing your work with confidence to attracting your ideal clients through authentic marketing.
• Find Your Photography Family: Connect with fellow photographers who understand your dreams and challenges. Share experiences, celebrate successes, and build lasting friendships at our intimate events and gatherings.

Ready to transform your wedding photography journey? We'd love to welcome you into the NineDots family. JOIN HERE: https://nine-dots.co/join/

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

Join AfterShoot and let the magical unicorns do the work for you! Aftershoot has changed our lives! Sign up to day here!

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Join Rahul Khona as he dives into an enlightening conversation with Katie Kavanagh, exploring practical strategies for mastering money management and creating financial stability for a more fulfilling life. Katie shares her approach to social media—covering how to make your brand stand out, find the right balance between sharing and oversharing, and leverage authenticity to connect with your ideal clients.

They also discuss Katie's methods for maintaining a healthy work-life balance, including her impressive workflow that enables her to deliver 80-100 preview images after every wedding. This episode is packed with insights on branding, client attraction, and achieving balance in both life and business.

JOIN THE NINEDOTS MEMBERSHIP
We know that being a wedding photographer isn't just a job – it's your passion, your art, and your calling. That's why NineDots membership was created by photographers who understand exactly what you're going through, whether you're capturing a couple's first dance or building your dream business from the ground up.

Here's how we support your journey:

• Learn From Those Who've Been There: Immerse yourself in hundreds of hours of heartfelt tutorials from photographers who remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are now. They share not just their techniques, but their struggles, breakthroughs, and the emotional wisdom they've gained along the way.
• Make Your Business Flourish: Get caring guidance on the parts of running a photography business that nobody teaches you – from pricing your work with confidence to attracting your ideal clients through authentic marketing.
• Find Your Photography Family: Connect with fellow photographers who understand your dreams and challenges. Share experiences, celebrate successes, and build lasting friendships at our intimate events and gatherings.

Ready to transform your wedding photography journey? We'd love to welcome you into the NineDots family. JOIN HERE: https://nine-dots.co/join/

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

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Join Rahul for an insightful conversation with Sharrone Calafiore, founder of Fiore Films. Known for her distinctive cinematic style, Sharrone crafts wedding films that masterfully blend composition, timing, and sound to create unforgettable stories.

In this episode, she shares her expertise on lighting techniques, music selection, client education, and her approach to deliverables. Discover why she views editing as a creative puzzle and learn about her unique perspective on wedding day coverage, including her intentional choice to skip cocktail hour filming.



NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING
12 + 13th November 2024

Our speaker line up so far includes:
MATTEO CARTA . LISA DEVLIN
SACHIN KHONA . KATE HAMPSON . DAVE SCHOLES
ASSUMPTA VITCU . HOLLIE MATEER . DAN MORRIS
ANNA PUMER . JEFF CHANG . RONAN PALLISER

Book now: https://nine-dots.co/gathering

The carefully curated schedule ensures that all photographers, new and experienced, will take lots of new skills away from the event. From live shoots, to business advice, how to book more weddings, practical tips, personal development, there really is something for everyone. For more information visit: nine-dots.co/gathering to see highlights of our past events and what we have in store for 2024!

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

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Join Rahul in conversation with Assumpta Vitcu, the founder of a multicultural wedding planning company, based in London - Ave Creations, as they explore the art of multicultural wedding planning. Together they discuss experience and growing your business, photographer-planner collaborations, industry ethics, keys to exceptional client service plus kickbacks, current trends and much more.

NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING
12 + 13th November 2024

Our speaker line up so far includes:
MATTEO CARTA . LISA DEVLIN
SACHIN KHONA . KATE HAMPSON . DAVE SCHOLES
ASSUMPTA VITCU . HOLLIE MATEER . DAN MORRIS
ANNA PUMER . JEFF CHANG . RONAN PALLISER

Book now: https://nine-dots.co/gathering

The carefully curated schedule ensures that all photographers, new and experienced, will take lots of new skills away from the event. From live shoots, to business advice, how to book more weddings, practical tips, personal development, there really is something for everyone. For more information visit: nine-dots.co/gathering to see highlights of our past events and what we have in store for 2024!

Find out about, and book your place on, the GREAT ESCAPE LUXURY RETREAT for wedding photographers. Apr 29 - May 2 2024.

Join PicTime using the code 'NINEDOTS' and new users will receive one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan

Support the show

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