by The Pet Photographers Club
The FREE podcast for the global community of pet photographers. Join your host, Kirstie McConnell as she interviews professional pet photographers and other expert guests to help grow your business.
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March 28, 2025
<p>Today’s guest isn’t a specialist pet photographer, but she is running a successful marketing campaign that we could all take inspiration from. I invited her on the show thinking that her Heart Horses project would be the focus of the episode and while we did dive into that, she also shared so much more.</p><p>I’m talking about Bethany Quinn who got super honest about burnout, trying new things, and what’s worked (and what hasn’t) in her business over the last 10+ years and how she is consistently booking clients who spend anywhere from $3500 to 10k.</p><p>There’s a ton of good stuff in this one—let’s get into it!</p><p><strong> In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>From volunteering at fun horse shows to running a profitable photography business</li><li>How the “Heart Horses” project helped Bethany find her niche</li><li>What self-care looks like when launching a creative project</li><li>Why she <strong>charges for project participation</strong>—and how that changes the client dynamic</li><li>The moment that sparked the idea for her campaign</li><li>How introducing horse photography changed her business</li></ul><br/><p><strong>In the members-only extended episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Marketing to a brand new genre (and getting it right)</li><li>Posting about campaigns inside <strong>Facebook Groups</strong> (without being spammy)</li><li>Special project pricing strategies</li><li>What Bethany includes in her <strong>average sale</strong></li><li>How she handles <strong>hair and makeup pricing</strong></li><li>The role mentors have played in her business growth</li></ul><br/>
March 14, 2025
<p>Five years ago, today’s guest was completing a university degree, trying to decide if she’d join the Air Force, continue studying to become a vet, or- if she’d turn her love for photographing pets into a business.</p><p>She chose the third and has grown a very profitable business that allows her to travel throughout the country.</p><p>I’m talking about Australian pet photographer Courtney Bennet and in today’s episode, you’ll hear where her clients find her, how she started with commercial photography and what she’s changing to avoid burnout to ensure her business is sustainable. </p><p><strong>WE COVERED</strong></p><ul><li>Courtney’s road into pet photography </li><li>Is there anything wrong with being a hobbyist pet photographer</li><li>How long each client takes Courtney</li><li>Recoginising burn out and what she’ll change</li><li>E-commerce - how does that work</li><li>90 minute sessions </li><li>Travelling around Australia </li></ul><br/><p><strong>IN THE MEMBERS-ONLY EXTENDED EPISODE</strong></p><ul><li>Are the travel shoots worth it?</li><li>How much does each client spend </li><li>How do e-commerce clients find you</li><li>How do private clients find you</li><li>Senior special products - Lasting memories </li><li>Deciding on products</li><li>Client response to “no DM replies” and no travel </li></ul><br/><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>www.courtraitsphotography.com</p><p>www.instagram.com/courtraits </p><p>www.facebook.com/courtraits</p>
February 28, 2025
<p>A few episodes back, I had Emily Allen on the show, and as we wrapped up, she gave me a hot tip—"You need to check out Sarah Lane!"</p><p>Curious, I did a quick search, and it was immediately clear why Emily recommended her. Sarah has built a thriving photography business by diversifying her income in countless ways. Even in the early stages of her journey, she’s already hitting six figures—thanks to her relentless dedication (and, as you’ll hear, a serious lack of sleep!).</p><p>If you're just starting out, Sarah’s story will be both inspiring and relatable, as she openly shares the challenges of building a business from the ground up. And for long-time listeners, you won’t want to miss the second half of the episode, where we dive into a fresh marketing strategy that’s brand new to the show—exclusively for members. If you haven’t joined yet, now’s the perfect time!</p><p><strong>WE COVERED</strong></p><ul><li>How work in the equine industry led to professional photography </li><li>Private Photo Tours & Workshops</li><li>Juggling everything</li><li>How free shoots have helped Sarah grow</li></ul><br/><p><strong>IN THE MEMBERS-ONLY EXTENDED EPISODE</strong></p><ul><li>Offering horse shoots for non-horse people </li><li>How one offer lifted Sarah’s confidence </li><li>The importance of safety and liability </li><li>What Sarah’s clients are buying </li></ul><br/><p>Shownotes here: http://thepetphotographersclub.com/1710 </p>
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