Professional Photographer
Welcome to the Professional Photographer podcast by PPA! Our goal is simple: to empower you in building a thriving photography business. In today's dynamic market, mastering the art of photography is just the beginning. You also need a solid grasp of entrepreneurship essentials like: sales, marketing, pricing, cash flow, negotiation, mindset, and planning.
Join us as we chat with successful photographers and business leaders who share their invaluable insights. You'll discover exciting new ways to achieve your financial goals and sleep better at night!
About Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
PPA is the world’s largest nonprofit association for professional photographers, serving over 35,000 professional photographers in more than 50 countries.
PPA's mission is to create a vibrant community of successful professional photographers by providing education, resources and upholding industry standards of excellence. Learn more at: https://www.ppa.com.
About Imaging USA
Start your year energized at the premier photography conference & expo. Spark your creativity and learn new skills to grow your business alongside a community of fellow photographers. No matter where you are in your career, you’ll gain actionable insights that have a real impact on your business. https://www.imagingusa.com.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 76
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Landscape Photography with Natural Light: Paige Tingey's Pro Tips for Epic Shots
Are you dreaming of capturing breathtaking landscapes like a pro? International photographer Paige Tingey joins Pat Miller for an electrifying, no-holds-barred masterclass on how the world’s best ima…
What It’s Like Running a Gear Review YouTube Channel with Chris Brockhurst
Are you prepared to amplify your visibility and draw in your ideal audience? In this must-listen episode, Pat Miller sits down with acclaimed content creator Chris Brockhurst to reveal how photograph…
How to Sell Photography Without Packages with Lori Unruh Poole
Are your sales hitting an invisible ceiling? Pat Miller welcomes boudoir photographer and business coach Lori Unruh Poole to reveal why ditching the classic “bronze, silver, gold” packages might be t…
Proven Photography Marketing Strategies to Book More Clients | Bob Coates on Building a Thriving Studio
Learn the Photography Marketing Strategies That Actually Work
Stop chasing algorithm hacks and start using proven marketing techniques for photographers. In this episode, award-winning photographer an…
How Mitzi Starkweather Reinvented Her Photography Business After Burnout | Find Your Creative Voice
What if the most profitable version of your photography career starts by tuning into your creative voice instead of chasing trends?
In this episode of The Professional Photographer Podcast, host Pat M…
Why Most Photographers Struggle with Profit—and How to Fix It
Are you truly running your photography business for profit, or are subconscious beliefs holding you back?
Pat Miller brings PPA Past President Jeff Dachowski to the show for a game-changing conversati…
How to Break Into Quinceañera Photography: High-Profit Tips for Portrait & Wedding Photographers
💸Quinceañera photography is a goldmine for portrait and wedding photographers.
Learn how to enter this niche, shoot stunning sessions, and earn more in your
business!
Episode Highlights 🎤💡:
(14:44) - Hel…
How Real Estate Photographers Make 6 Figures (Without Shooting Weekends)
Can you really make six figures photographing houses? Yes—with the right systems. Discover how top real estate photographer Jonathan Lee built a high-revenue, weekday-only photography business. He br…
How Personal Projects Can Launch Your Photography Business | Jada & David Parrish
Want to transform your photography business with personal projects? Discover how Jada & David Parrish turned creative side projects into a thriving full-time business, attracting dream clients and re…
Get More Portrait Clients with Dance School Photography | Susan Michal’s Proven Strategy
Discover how veteran photographer Susan Michal uses dance school photography to build a steady stream of high-value portrait clients without spending money on ads. In this episode of The Professional…
Stop Playing Safe! Level Up Your Lighting with John Gress
Feeling stuck in a creative rut?
Discover how creative play can transform your photography lighting and wow your clients! Pat Miller talks with Chicago photographer John Gress, who shares proven stra…
How to Build Your Dream Photography Business with Monica Sigmon
Feeling like your studio runs you instead of the other way around? In this video, Pat Miller interviews portrait expert Monica Sigmon about transforming a chaotic business into a purpose-driven, prof…
Portrait Photography That Hits You in the Feels with Anj Olson
Are your portraits feeling safe and predictable? This episode dives into creative play as a path to emotional, transformative portraiture.
🎯 Inside This Episode:
- Creative-play exercises for photograp…
Turn One Job into 10: Corporate Photography Secrets with Emily McClure
📸 Want more repeat clients and fewer one-off gigs?
In this episode, Pat Miller sits down with Emily McClure—headshot and corporate photography specialist—to uncover how to build trust and turn one-tim…
How to Find Your Unique Photography Style with Seth Miranda and Daniel Norton
Are you stuck in a creative rut or feel like your photography looks like everyone else’s?
In this powerful episode, Pat Miller sits down with Seth Miranda and Daniel Norton to discuss how photographer…
Discover Your Marketing Personality with Rachael Boer
📸 Find Your Marketing Style as a Photographer
Are you tired of one-size-fits-all marketing advice? In this episode, veteran photographer and marketing expert Rachael Boer reveals how to build a clie…
Boost Your Photo Editing with AI | Julieanne Kost
🎨 Ready to level up your photo editing game and rediscover creative joy behind the screen?
In this exclusive episode, Pat Miller sits down with Julieanne Kost, Adobe’s Digital Imaging Evangelist, at I…
How to Turn Volume Photography Into High-End Clients with Nate Peterson
Are you stuck in low-margin work and unpredictable bookings? Learn how Master Photographer Nate Peterson turned school teams and volume shoots into a high-end senior portrait pipeline.
🎯 What You’ll L…
How Wildlife Photography Saved My Career With Kevin Dooley
📸 Boost Your Photography Career with Real-World Inspiration
Are you feeling stuck, burned out, or uninspired in your photography career? You're not alone. In this episode, Pat Miller interviews wildli…
Photography Business Growth with Real Data with Emilee Baum
Still making business decisions based on instinct? That could be holding you back.
In this episode, Pat Miller sits down with PPA Research Manager Emilee Baum to explore how photographers can use real…