What if your passion for photography could catapult you from smartphone snapshots to shooting Bentleys and traveling the world—all by learning from YouTube and taking bold chances? On this episode, Pat sits down with commercial, travel, and automotive photographer Max Loewenstein to reveal how self-taught creators can break into high-profile gigs and stand out in a flooded market.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(08:08) - Blending Travel and Automotive Photography

(11:01) - Standing Out in a Saturated Market

(14:15) - Shooting for the Brands You Want

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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 images are truly made.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(13:10) - Stay positive when conditions aren’t ideal

(13:50) - Three natural light types for landscapes

(14:44) - Lighting influences how Paige edits each photo

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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 photographers can amplify their influence and build a loyal following—no matter where you’re starting.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(07:32) - Growing Comfortable on Camera

(09:18) - The Power of Storytelling

(10:20) - Passion Over Obligation

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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 the secret to unstoppable growth.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(4:21) - Why Top Packages Limit Your Growth

(16:27) - Giving Each Product a Purpose

(28:58) - Common Mistakes When Going Package-Free

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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 and educator Bob Coates shares timeless tactics to help wedding photographers, portrait photographers, and commercial pros attract premium clients, increase referrals, and build a thriving photography business.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(5:22) - Press Releases that Work

(13:38) - Vendor Partnerships

(17:49) - Premium Pricing Advantage

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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 Miller sits down with photographer, educator, and breast cancer survivor Mitzi Starkweather. Mitzi shares how surviving cancer and confronting burnout led her to redefine her identity, launch the “As I Am” portrait project, and cut her workload while growing her income.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(4:34) - Burnout, Cancer, & Rediscovering identity

(8:05) - Launching the "As I Am" Raw Project

(23:31) -Daily Check-In Practice: "Today Was a Good Day"

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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 conversation on overcoming the biggest obstacles to financial success for professional photographers.

Episode Highlights 🎤💡:

(11:26) - Don't take pricing advice from non-clients.

(20:16) - Success and positivity strengthen your brand perception

(43:37) - Believe your worth--never discount your work

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💸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) - Helping teens feel confident in their portraits

(25:47) - Ideal niche for creative, non-wedding photographers

(29:35) - Don’t wait for permission—start shooting quinceañeras now

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