Balance Art and Client Needs in Photography with Sarah Wagner

#532 In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Sarah Wagner, an
adept family and wedding photographer who has crafted a
flourishing career through adaptability and practicality. Sarah
shares her initial struggles and triumphs, emphasizing the
importance of balancing artistic vision with client expectations
and the critical role of understanding lighting.

THE BIG IDEAS



Adaptability Matters: Being flexible in your style and
approach helps satisfy diverse client needs and keeps your
business thriving despite life changes.


Lighting is Key: Mastering natural light can drastically
improve your image quality; understand its impact on various
environments.


Iterative Learning: Embrace mistakes and continuous
practice to refine your skills; growth often comes from trial
and error.


Balancing Creativity and Client Needs: Harmonize your
artistic vision with what clients want to ensure satisfaction
and recurring business.



PHOTOGRAPHY ACTION PLAN
Master Natural Light: Observe and document how light
changes throughout the day in different settings. Practice shooting
in varied lighting conditions, manipulating light with simple tools
like a reflector.Develop Your Style: Create a mood board
with elements from photos you admire. Experiment with combining
these elements to develop a unique style suited to your
environment.Practice Adaptability: Plan sessions that
balance posed and candid shots to cater to varying client needs.
Review each session's feedback to adjust your techniques
accordingly.Build Client Relationships: Communicate clearly
with clients about their expectations before sessions. Follow up
with clients post-session, asking for honest feedback and areas for
improvement.Invest in Education: Enroll in online courses
that focus on both the artistic and business aspects of
photography. Attend workshops or join local photography groups to
continually learn and network with peers.

RESOURCES:
Visit Sarah Wagner's Website -
https://chasingcreativemedia.com/
Follow Sarah Wagner on Instagram -
https://www.instagram.com/chasingcreativemedia/


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Thanks for listening & keep shooting!